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Expert Cohabitation Agreement Solicitors
Many people are unaware that unmarried people who live and buy property together, do not have the same legal protections as married couples do if they were to separate. The solicitors here at Grant Stephens Family Law can assist you and give you clear and tailored advice for your Cohabitation Agreement.

Cohabiting is when two people who are not married live together. In the event of a relationship breakdown between cohabiting couples, they are left with fewer rights than married couples.
Grant Stephens Family Law provides an arrangement of services tailored towards unmarried couples, irrespective of the length of the relationship, unmarried couples living together can enter into a cohabitation agreement at any point.
Your local Cohabitation Agreements solicitors
Grant Stephens Family Law is a Welsh-based firm with office locations in Cardiff and Swansea. We offer appointments both in person, in either of our offices, or via Microsoft Teams, allowing flexibility around working hours, and clients to access our expertise, whether they are located in Wales, or elsewhere.
What makes us different?
Grant Stephens Family Law is a boutique law firm that specialises in family law. We are equipped to deal with family law matters that are highly complex and are proud of have been recognised by the Legal 500 as a ‘Top Tier Firm’ for consecutive years.
As a firm, we are proud of be members of Resolution, prioritising court alternative options wherever possible and adhering to the Resolution code of conduct.
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Why Is It Important to Have a Cohabitation Agreement?
If a couple owns property together but don’t have a cohabitation agreement in place, there are implications to determining the ownership of a property if only one party is named on the deeds, regardless of how long both parties may have lived at the property together, and even made contributions to the mortgage and household bills. By entering into a cohabitation agreement, it can help to identify where both parties stand, should the relationship break down.
Are Cohabitation Agreements Legally Binding?
Provided they are drafted and executed properly, Cohabitation Agreements are legally binding contracts and are enforceable by the courts, contact Grant Stephens Family Law today to speak with one of our family law specialists about cohabitation agreements.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cohabitation Agreements
Is a Cohabitation Agreement legally binding?
A cohabitation agreement can be legally binding if it is properly drafted, both parties enter into it voluntarily, and each person receives independent legal advice before signing. Seeking advice from an experienced family law solicitor can help ensure the agreement is enforceable.
Do cohabiting couples have the same married rights as married couples?
No. Many people believe in the concept of a “common law marriage”, but this is a myth in England and Wales. Unmarried couples do not automatically have the same legal rights as married couples or civil partners, which is why a cohabitation agreement can provide valuable protection and clarity.
Can a cohabitation agreement be updated?
Yes. A cohabitation agreement can be reviewed and amended if your circumstances change, such as purchasing a property together, having children, receiving an inheritance, or experiencing a significant change in your finances.
























