Cohabitation Agreement Solicitors in Kent & South East London
Aletta Shaw's family solicitors prepare cohabitation agreements for couples living together who are not married. The agreement records how you own property, share bills and divide assets if you separate, giving unmarried partners the protection the law does not provide automatically. Free initial call available.
Key fact: Cohabiting couples are the fastest-growing family type in the UK, yet they have no automatic legal protection on separation without an agreement in place.
Unmarried couples living together can set out their financial arrangements in a written agreement, since they do not have the automatic protection of marriage. Source: gov.uk.
Frequently asked questions
What does a cohabitation agreement cover?
It sets out who owns the home and in what shares, how bills and property are divided, and what happens to assets if you separate. It can also cover arrangements for children.
Is a cohabitation agreement legally binding?
A properly drafted agreement, where both people took independent advice and gave full disclosure, is generally enforceable as a contract and gives strong protection.
Do we need one if the house is in one name?
Yes, it is especially important then. An agreement or declaration of trust records any share the other partner has, avoiding costly disputes later.
Speak to Aletta Shaw Solicitors for a free initial call on 020 8301 4884, or book a consultation. Offices in Bexleyheath, Blackheath, Petts Wood, Tunbridge Wells and St Katharine Docks.