Cohabitation Agreements, Ottawa, Ontario

Effective cohabitation agreements protect unmarried couples rights, responsibilities, and financial arrangements.

Cohabitation Agreements for Unmarried or Common Law Spouses in Ontario

You may not realize it, but when you move in with someone, you could be considered their common-law spouse which may have implications for support and property.

A cohabitation agreement protects you by outlining what happens in the event your relationship breaks down.

Stephanie A. Szczesniak Family Law knows that whether you are moving in with someone or already live together, you may have obligations that you’re not even aware of. In the event that your relationship doesn’t work out, avoid being burdened with unexpected obligations by establishing a cohabitation agreement in advance.

Important Issues Covered by a Cohabitation Agreement

  • Ownership of property brought into the relationship
  • Ownership of property acquired during the relationship
  • Spousal support if the relationship ends
  • Financial responsibility & household expenses during cohabitation
  • Debts brought into the relationship and acquired during the relationship
  • Division of investment assets at the end of a relationship
  • Ownership of pets if the relationship ends
Cohabitation Agreement Lawyer, Ottawa, Ontario