Cohabitation Agreement for £899
Quick Summary: Cohabitation Agreements
A Cohabitation Agreement is a legally binding contract in England and Wales for unmarried couples. At OLS Solicitors, our £899 fixed-fee service provides:
- Legal Protection: Define ownership of assets, property, and savings.
- Financial Security: Outline responsibilities for mortgages, rent, and household bills.
- Conflict Resolution: Pre-agreed terms for asset division if the relationship ends.
- Jurisdiction: Fully compliant with England and Wales family law.
Professional Cohabitation Agreement Solicitors
Expert legal drafting for unmarried couples in Swindon, Llanelli, and across England and Wales. Ensure your financial interests are protected with a bespoke agreement for a fixed cost of £899 + VAT.
What is a Cohabitation Agreement?
In England and Wales, “common law marriage” is a legal myth. Unmarried couples do not have the same rights as married couples. A Cohabitation Agreement is a formal document that records who owns what and how you will split your finances if you separate. It is the most effective way to protect deposits and inheritances brought into a relationship.
Is it Legally Binding?
Yes, provided certain criteria are met: both parties must be honest about their finances (full disclosure), no one must be under pressure to sign, and the agreement must be kept up to date. OLS Solicitors ensures your agreement is drafted to meet the strict standards required by the courts of England and Wales.
Comparison: OLS Solicitors vs. Online Templates
| Feature | OLS Solicitors (£899) | DIY Templates |
|---|---|---|
| Solicitor Drafted | Yes – Bespoke to you | No – Generic |
| Legal Advice | Included Expert Consultation | None |
| Court Robustness | High – Meets UK Standards | Low – Easily Challenged |
Common Questions About Cohabitation Law
How much does a cohabitation agreement cost in the UK?
At OLS Solicitors, we offer a professional, solicitor-led service for a fixed fee of £899 + VAT. This covers the consultation, drafting, and finalisation of your document.
Do I need a solicitor for a living together agreement?
While you can draft your own, using a specialist solicitor ensures the agreement is legally sound and enforceable. Courts in England and Wales are much more likely to uphold an agreement that has been professionally prepared.
Can we both use the same solicitor for our cohabitation agreement?
For a cohabitation agreement to carry the most weight if it’s ever challenged, both partners should ideally take independent legal advice — meaning each person has their own solicitor confirm they understand and freely agree to the terms. This avoids any suggestion of conflict of interest or pressure to sign.
Our £899 + VAT fee covers drafting the agreement for the instructing partner. If your partner would like their own independent advice on the same document, we can discuss options for this, or they’re welcome to instruct a solicitor of their choosing. We’ll explain exactly how this works for your situation during your initial consultation.
You can still enter into a cohabitation agreement without both parties taking separate advice, but courts may give it less weight if it’s ever disputed, particularly if one party later claims they didn’t understand what they were signing or felt pressured. We’ll always advise you on the strongest way to protect your agreement.
How Our Fixed-Fee Service Works
Our £899 + VAT fixed fee covers everything from your first consultation to your finished, signed agreement — no hidden extras, no hourly clock running.
What’s Included
- Initial Consultation: A confidential meeting (in person, by phone, or online) to understand your assets, income, property, and what you want the agreement to cover.
- Bespoke Drafting: A solicitor drafts your agreement from scratch — not a generic template — based on the disclosure and instructions you provide.
- Review & Amendments: We build in a round of revisions so the agreement reflects exactly what you’ve agreed between you.
- Legal Advice: Guidance on what makes the agreement enforceable, including full financial disclosure and independent legal advice requirements (see FAQ below).
- Finalisation: A properly executed document ready for both parties to sign.
The Process
- Step 1 — Book Your Consultation: Request a callback or call us directly to arrange your initial meeting.
- Step 2 — We Draft Your Agreement: Based on your instructions, we prepare a bespoke first draft, typically within 28 working days.
- Step 3 — Review Together: You and your partner review the draft; we make any agreed amendments.
- Step 4 — Sign & Protect: Once you’re both happy, the agreement is finalised and signed, giving you clarity and legal protection going forward.
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Don’t Forget Your Will
A cohabitation agreement protects your finances while you’re together — but it doesn’t protect your partner if you pass away. Unlike married couples, unmarried partners have no automatic right to inherit under UK intestacy rules, no matter how long you’ve lived together.
If you’re taking steps to protect each other financially, a Will is the natural next step. Find out about our fixed-fee Will writing service.
Protect What You’ve Built Together
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cohabitation agreement started today — no surprises, just clear,
upfront pricing at £899 + VAT.
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