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An increased number of people are making the decision to not marry or join a civil partnership. There are many reasons not to marry. From personal preference to the costs associated with marriage. However, the law currently provides little protection for cohabiting couples which can prove problematic for many couples particularly regarding ownership of property and finances and issues relating to children.
If you are planning to live with a partner but not marry or enter a civil partnership, putting a cohabitation agreement in place puts the correct provisions in place and brings clarity to your situation.
Cohabitation Solicitors for Living Together Well
To avoid problems with property ownership, finances and childcare, a cohabitation agreement can help you to live together well with your partner. With our initial, one hour call we can shed light on your situation and let you know of the next steps. Avoid confusion and hassle and live together well without cohabitation services.
What is a Cohabitation Agreement?
A co-habitation agreement is made between people who are not married but will be living together. It is a wise precaution to take to avoid any future disputes.
What does a Co-habitation agreement Cover?
A co-habitation agreement deals with issues such as:
- Ownership of assets existing before the cohabitation took place.
- Ownership of assets built up during the cohabitation.
- Agreeing upon the share of each other’s Assets; Including: Property, Investments, Pensions and Savings.
- Responsibility for any expenses such as mortgage payments.
- Access to each other’s state pension.
- Next of kin rights in an emergency.
- Arrangements should one partner die.
By speaking openly and honestly about how these issues may affect a cohabiting couple if not addressed, or in the case of a breakup, we mitigate disputes and help you to live together well.
Why do I need a Co-habitation Agreement?
In the break-up of a relationship, or the sudden death of a partner, there may be severe financial consequences for cohabitees without clear and defined evidence in support of your share of a property. An asset which is held in the sole name of one party will remain their asset in its entirety. Assets are not shared equally automatically. This will have a serious impact upon the other party and any dependent children.
Our Cohabitation Agreement Service
Cohabitation Agreement Fees
Our expert Family Law Solicitors will be able to provide you with a tailored Cohabitation Agreement. We offer competitive hourly rates.
We also offer fixed fee appointments should you require advice following the breakdown of your relationship at £100 + VAT for an hour session. This includes providing you with detailed written advice following the meeting and if required preparing a letter to your partner.
Plan for Every Eventuality
It is important to plan for the future, and our family solicitors can help you do just that. You can call us today to register your interest in creating a co-habitation agreement and we can arrange a call to discuss you, and your partner’s needs.
Cohabiting Couples and Living Together after a Breakup
Relationship Breakdown, Advice for Continuing Cohabitation
In the event of a relationship breakdown, our expert Family Law Solicitors can provide you with first-rate advice regarding your rights and assist you in negotiating with your ex-partner. If you have not been married or in a civil partnership or had a cohabitation agreement in place whilst cohabiting, there will not be any provisions in place to determine finances which can cause problems.
What should I do if I am Splitting from my Partner but Plan to Still Live with Them?
Many couples will agree to continue to live together amicably for financial reasons after a breakup. Whether for the long term or short term, we can provide advice on what to do next if you are in this situation. Having a cohabitation agreement in place after a breakup can protect both couples from disputes down the line.
Additional Divorce & Separation Solicitors Services
- Change of Name for Adults
- Change of Name for Children
- Cohabiting Couples and Break Up
- Dissolution of Civil Partnership
- Divorce Solicitors
- Fixed Fee Divorce & Separation Packages
- International Divorce
- Pre/Post-Nuptial Agreements
Our Approach
We approach cohabitation agreements with empathy and passion to find amicable solutions that make sense for both parties. We aim to take away any stress you might feel surrounding legal issues so you can focus on living together well.
Our Work
Our expert solicitors work quickly as soon as we are instructed to set up a cohabitation agreement between two people. We organise meetings where we can understand each party’s stance and provide solutions that suit each of you. In cases of a breakup, we work with impartiality and make sure you can carry on living with your partner in peace if that is what you choose to do.
Our Clients
If you want to live with your partner well, knowing you will not marry, we can help to put the provisions in place that protect both of you and your family unit.
Cohabitation FAQs
A Co-habitation Agreement is a top consideration if you are moving in with a partner, but you are not married. We offer a full service for drawing up and agreeing on a mutually beneficial arrangement. We will sort the legal stuff so you can focus on living well together.
You can make one at any time. It can be after you have already moved in together. It is always a good time to implement a cohabitation agreement, and it can strengthen your relationship as you come together to agree on this legal document.
You will need a Family Law Solicitor to prepare a cohabitation agreement. They will also ensure it is legally binding, so it is important to choose a credited firm. Our family solicitors have helped many couples decide the terms of their agreement and prepare their documents.
Yes, you will need to instruct a solicitor to draw up a cohabitation agreement as this can provide you with some legal provisions should you enter a dispute with your partner. Our expert separation solicitors will work with both parties to determine the best solutions for you both.
Unfortunately, unmarried couples do not receive the rights of a married couple. It is important to put a co-habitation agreement in place to make sure both partners have rights. In certain situations, not having an agreement in place will cause legal issues.
In the break-up of a relationship, or the sudden death of a partner, there may be severe financial consequences for cohabitees without clear and defined evidence in support of your share of a property. An asset which is held in the sole name of one party will remain their asset in its entirety. Assets are not shared equally automatically. This will have a serious impact upon the other party and any dependent children.
