Tag Archives: Cohabitation Agreements
Can you represent both me and my spouse?
Can you represent both me and my spouse? I often receive calls from clients who have already resolved the issues with their spouse or who expect a very amicable resolution to their case. In this situation, I will inevitably be asked if the client can bring her spouse to the consultation so that they can present the agreement to me together. They would then expect me to simply draft the agreement for the two of … Continue reading
Cohabitation Agreements: A Toronto family lawyer’s advice for couples living together
If you are in a relationship where you’ve decided to live with your partner but do not intend to get married, a cohabitation agreement, much like a marriage contract, can establish your rights and obligations in the event the relationship ends. If you do ultimately decide to get married, such agreements usually include a clause stating that the agreement will automatically become a marriage contract at that time.
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