Guides.
Cohabitation: What Is It And What Are Your Rights?
Cohabitation is one of those legal terms that makes its way around law firms but means very little to a lot of people. Essentially, cohabitation just means living together without being married and more and more couples are choosing to do this.
With religion playing a smaller role in many people’s lives, the average cost of weddings standing at a staggering £18,400, and the prevalence of Tinder, Bumble and Hinge changing people’s dating habits, marriage has never been less popular.
As a family law expert, I’ve written this guide to cohabitation so that couples can understand what it means to be cohabitants, how it affects their rights, and potential procedures that can solidify their future arrangements.
Getting a Divorce
Getting a divorce can be an incredibly stressful and exhausting process. Regardless of whether your partner is cooperative, the added stress of dealing with finances and children can be too much for some people.
Consequently, countless people are put off. Many think that the stress of divorce is not worth the hassle, meaning they simply grin and bear their grievances for the sake of their family or finances. You shouldn’t have to settle for this.
The government in recent years has simplified the divorce process down to make it more accessible for everyone. No-fault divorce and the ability to apply for applications online cuts out most of the worry for anyone getting a divorce. But whilst the divorce itself may be straightforward, the things that accompany it are less so.
If you and your partner have no assets together and no children, divorce will be a breeze. Most of the work will go into the application itself which, with the help of recent updates to the process, is easier than ever.
However, if you’ve been married for 15 years and share bank accounts, property and cars, it will be tricky. This is where you need an expert to advise you.
As Head of Family Law at Britton and Time Solicitors, I’ve created this series to outline the entire divorce process. It covers everything you’ll need to prepare, what you should consider, and how to go through the whole process from start to finish.
Below, you’ll find some basic information on getting a divorce in England and Wales, but other articles that expand on these areas in more detail will be featured throughout.
Important updates to our Australian emigration services
We have withdrawn our Australian emigration legal services as of April 2024 and are unable to assist with enquiries or advice about moving to Australia.
This information remains accessible to aid anyone wishing to make the move to Australia, however please note that this information was last updated in August 2023.
Emigrate to Australia is a London-based Australian emigration service who may be able to assist with any enquiries, however please note that we do not endorse any one provider’s services. They can be contacted on 020 7427 5290.
Moving to Australia
Emigrating to Australia from the UK can be an exciting and life-changing decision. Aside from being the home of the now ubiquitous flat white coffee, the land down under is known for its beautiful scenery, diverse culture, and thriving economy, making it an attractive destination for those looking to start a new chapter in their lives.
However, if you’re an avid watcher of Australia’s Front Line, you’ll also know that Australia is well known for another thing – strict border control.
Despite its reputation as a melting pot of cultures, Australia’s migration system is one of the most complex and stringent systems out there. So whatever your reason for wanting to live in the country, your visa application will need a lot of support and evidence to back up your claim, alongside a healthy dose of patience.
To help with the big move, we’ve devised this comprehensive series to help you determine the best way for you to emigrate to Australia from the UK. It covers everything you’ll need to prepare, including all relevant and applicable visas, and how to ensure your application is valid.
Below, you’ll find some general information on emigrating to Australia from the UK, but we have also provided specific articles expanding upon the most important areas.
