More and more frequently, cohabitants are seeking legal advice before moving in together. We can prepare cohabitation agreement or contracts detailing each party's rights and obligations particularly in respect of financial matters and property. These agreements ensure that clients protect their respective finances and property as much as possible and avoid disputes if the relationship breaks down.

Separating un-married couples (cohabitants) do not have the same rights and protection as married couples, however, the introduction of the Family Law (Scotland) Act 2006 saw cohabitants obtain certain limited rights on separation. We can advise you fully on those rights.