Relationships

For all of us it is important to understand the legal status or implications of our relationships. For example a lot of people are under the impression that if you live with someone for a long time that your relationship will be classed as “common law husband and wife” giving you equal rights to married couples. Sadly, this is not the case. If you’re sharing a home with a loved one, are married or in a civil partnership there are different rights attached to each of these types of relationships. Our helpful information guides deal with the financial matters, housing, children and inheritance.

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