If you have been living with someone and your relationship ends when you are not legally married or you have not formed a civil partnership, you do not have as many legal rights as you might expect.
There are many myths surrounding cohabitation and what each partner is entitled to. Although many couples consider themselves ‘common law’ partners, no such legal status actually exists. For example, the law cannot order one partner to pay maintenance to another. Confused? Our experienced team of lawyers can talk you through your options and your rights – in a sensitive and approachable way.
What you are entitled to depends on what financial contributions you have made to your property, savings, insurance and general purchases during the years in which you have lived together: and whether you can prove it. For more information, download our Cohabitation Information Sheet.
We can also help you to draw up a cohabitation agreement with your partner that clearly outlines how to divide any assets in the event of the relationship breaking down.
