ERIN A. CAMPBELL

PRINCIPAL

Erin Campbell is the founder and principal attorney at West Coast Prenup, and is a member of both the California and Wyoming State Bars. Erin is passionate about family law and has extensive experience in not only premarital agreements, but also divorce, custody, support, mediation, estate planning, adoption, and civil litigation.

Erin attended high school at The Thacher School, and went on to earn her undergraduate degree from Colby College, graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies and Philosophy. After college she moved to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where she interned at a prestigious local firm, and spent her free time skiing and hiking in the Tetons.

She returned to California to attend law school, earning her JD from California Western School of Law, where she graduated magna cum laude, and served as an editor for the California Western Law Review.

In her free time, you can find Erin at the beach, stand up paddleboarding, exploring the California mountains, fly fishing or skiing.

March 16, 2026
News
Dak Prescott Wedding Cancellation Sparks Prenup Speculation
Recent media coverage surrounding the cancelled wedding of NFL quarterback Dak Prescott and Sarah Jane Ramos has sparked renewed discussion about prenuptial agreements. Rumors that the couple disagreed about a prenup quickly circulated online, highlighting how financial planning conversations can become a focal point when high-profile relationships end.
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February 12, 2026
News
The Most Romantic Thing You Can Do Before “I Do”? (Hint: It’s Not the Flowers.)
Is a prenuptial agreement actually romantic? More couples are saying yes. In California, choosing a prenup isn’t about planning for divorce — it’s about clarity, transparency, and building a marriage on intention. Here’s why a prenup may be the most thoughtful decision you make before saying “I do.”
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February 5, 2026
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Bill & Melinda Gates Divorce: What Happened, What She Got, and Why a Prenup Might Have Changed Everything
Bill and Melinda French Gates — once one of the most powerful couples in tech and philanthropy — announced their divorce in 2021 after 27 years of marriage. Without a traditional prenuptial agreement, the couple reached a high-asset settlement that transferred billions to Melinda and her independent foundations. Their divorce highlights how wealthy couples manage complex asset division without prenups.
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January 30, 2026
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Rachel Zoe’s Divorce Highlights the Risks of Marrying Without a Prenup
Fashion designer Rachel Zoe recently revealed that she and her ex-husband divorced without a prenuptial agreement—an admission that underscores how California’s default marital property laws apply when couples don’t plan ahead.
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January 29, 2026
News
Beckham Family Concerns Around Prenup Highlight Why These Agreements Matter
Recent reporting about Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz has drawn attention to how prenuptial agreements can raise concerns not just for couples, but for families as well—underscoring why careful planning and legal guidance are essential.
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January 20, 2026
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Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce - Why a Prenup Makes Sense for High-Earning Couples
Recent reporting about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has renewed public discussion around prenuptial agreements and why they are increasingly common for high-earning couples. The story highlights how prenups function as practical financial planning tools, not predictions of divorce.
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January 12, 2026
News
A Recent High-Profile Divorce Highlights the Risks of Weak Prenuptial Agreements
A new memoir by NYC heiress Belle Burden highlights the real consequences of prenups and why legal advice matters when drafting these agreements — even for wealthy couples.
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January 1, 2026
News
Ariana Grande Divorce Highlights How Prenuptial Agreements Actually Work
Recent reporting surrounding Ariana Grande’s divorce has renewed public discussion about how prenuptial agreements function in practice and why they can significantly simplify the divorce process when properly drafted.
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June 22, 2023
PRENUP BASICS
Three Reasons You Need an Attorney for Your Prenuptial Agreement
Prenuptial agreements are highly technical legal documents, and mistakes can be costly. Learn why working with an experienced attorney is critical to creating a prenup that is enforceable, tailored to your situation, and compliant with California law.
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PRENUP BASICS
What is a Postnup and Why You Might Want One
A postnuptial agreement allows married couples to define how assets, debts, and financial rights will be handled if the marriage ends. Learn what a postnup is, when it makes sense, and how California law treats postnuptial agreements.
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