Cohabitation

See how we can help you

The breakdown of a relationship can be a time of great uncertainty, particularly for couples who live together but are not married or in a civil partnership.

In these situations, you may wish to minimise the risk of expensive disputes over the ownership of property, belongings, savings, and investments – and whether these should be shared

How we can help with cohabitation agreements

At Hethertons Solicitors, our team of expert family lawyers can help you put clear agreements in place before or during your relationship. A cohabitation agreement sets out the terms upon which you enter into your relationship and what will happen if that relationship ends.

We can advise on how best to protect your assets, clarify financial responsibilities, and set out arrangements for shared property. This proactive approach can save significant time, money, and stress if your relationship breaks down in the future.

Property and asset protection

Our solicitors will explain the options available to you for sharing ownership of property with your partner, as well as strategies for protecting assets acquired before or during the relationship. We tailor our advice to your specific circumstances to ensure your interests are safeguarded.

Get advice from our family law team

Whether you are about to move in with your partner or have already been living together for some time, it is never too early – or too late – to get clear legal advice.

For further information, please contact Hayley Crossman-Shaw on 01904 528391or email hcs@hethertons.co.uk

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