Cohabitation Solicitors in Carlisle, Cumbria and Northumberland
The separation of unmarried couples can sometimes be more complicated than divorce proceedings. Separation means dealing with sensitive issues therefore it is important the process is dealt with efficiently and, if possible, amicably, by an experienced expert solicitor.
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Whether you need advice before living together or after separating, our team can help with:
- Advice on potential interests that can be generated by, for example, paying towards the purchase of a property or developing it.
- Drafting cohabitation agreements
- Advising on trust deeds outlining shares in a property
- Advice on claims under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996.
Achieving a sale of jointly owned property
Most cohabitation cases settle before court proceedings are brought. The first stage is to establish how a property is owned and what each party’s respective ‘beneficial interest’ is. We can provide this advice in the initial stages of any case.
The next stage is to engage in negotiation leading to either a ‘buy out’ or order for sale. Where children are involved, we can advise about potential claims under Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989 which may mean that a property can be preserved to provide a home for children for a period of time.
The final stage is to ensure that a binding agreement is reached and implemented.
Our team of specialist family lawyers can help at all stages of the process.
