EPO Family

Contrary to popular belief in English law, there is no such legal entity as a ‘common law spouse’.  It is recognised by the courts, however, that more and more people are choosing to live together rather than marry.

On a breakdown of  such a relationship the  one party does not have rights to the  property if they do not have a beneficial interest in it neither are they entitled to maintenance (financial support) from their estranged partner.

Cohabitation is a complex area of law, and we are extremely experienced in this field.

We can offer advice on the following issues:

• Cohabitation contracts (Cohabitation agreements)
• Extent of your beneficial interest in jointly owned property or that held solely in your partners name
• If your partner has died and made no provisions for you in their will.
• Financial provision for children.
• Domestic Violence