Cohabitation Issues

Did you know that there is no such thing as a “Common Law Marriage”? Many people are surprised by this statement but it is perfectly true.

If you are co-habiting with someone you may have no protection or rights under the Matrimonial Legislation in Wales or England. Surprised? Two groups of people need advice in this minefield.

If you are intending to co-habit with someone or are already co-habiting, you need to know what steps to take now, so that you can protect your position if the relationship ultimately breaks down.

There are steps you can take to protect yourself, but they need to be considered BEFORE you start co-habiting or BEFORE the relationship breaks down.

Alternatively, if your co-habitation relationship has broken down, you need to get the right advice IMMEDIATELY so that you can take the steps possible, to protect your position. Delay in getting the right advice quickly, may cost you dearly.

At Beor Wilson Lloyd we can advise you what your rights are in such situations and represent you in negotiations with your former partner to ensure that you get what you are entitled to.