It may seem unthinkable when you first move in together that things could go wrong. However, making a cohabitation agreement is a sensible way to start this new stage of your life and protect against problems that might arise.
Since 2006, couples who live together, without marrying, have had certain rights in Scotland. The ability to make a financial claim now applies in the event of either separation or death If you are already cohabiting or are thinking of buying a home with someone or moving in together, a cohabitation agreement can set out what you want to do about those rights. With that agreed, you can focus on enjoying the present, and not worry about what may happen later on.
We have created many cohabitation agreements for our clients and their families. It’s a simple and straightforward way to protect yourself should things turn sour in the future.
For more information about cohabitation agreements, read our easy-to-understand briefing on the subject. You can download it here. Cohabitation Agreements
If you want to make an agreement yourself, come and talk to us about it.
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Lindsays Partner advises solicitors on cohabiting homebuyers
7 February 2012
Lindsays Private Client Partner Dorothy Kellas was a keynote speaker on 'The Law On Cohabitation' at a seminar for solicitors involved in property conveyancing and family law.
Lindsays client“Many thanks for all your help and advice (even though I’ve sometimes gone against it!) Please pass my thanks on to the rest of the team for the attentive service I have received”
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