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    Cohabitees - Living together

    More and more couples are choosing to live together and share their lives without getting married. And whilst emotionally, you may feel no different to a married couple; under the law, couples that live together without getting married do not share the same legal rights as those who marry. This can make things difficult if the relationship breaks particularly as regards finance and property. And if children are involved, it’s important to protect their future too.

    So even if splitting up is the last thing on your mind right now, it’s sensible to plan for the future by creating a living together agreement (sometimes called a cohabitation agreement). This will give you the peace of mind that however your relationship may change in the future, both people will be legally protected. You’ll know where you stand and if the worst happens and your relationship does break down, the legal implications will be one less thing to worry about.

    We’ve helped lots of couples create living together agreements. Many people find that it’s much easier to form this agreement whilst in a strong, loving relationship rather than dealing with the consequences of a complicated break up at a later date.

    We understand that every couple is different and so we’ll take the time to get to know you so that we can draft an agreement that reflects your own circumstances. It will protect you both and set out  your responsibilities in the event of a break up. With the agreement in place you can get on with your life together, with the peace of mind that every eventuality is planned for.

    At QualitySolicitors we explain everything in plain and simple terms, answering any questions you may have and making the process easy to understand. We also offer free, initial over-the-phone advice and will explain the costs and timescales involved up front so you always know what to expect.

    For confidential, friendly advice about living together agreements contact us today on 01618 250 969.

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    The breakdown of a marriage or a relationship is undoubtedly a stressful and emotional time. When important decisions need to be made about you, your children and your financial future, having the right family lawyer to advise and support you through the process will make all the difference to easing the pressure and ensuring the best outcome for you.

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    When a relationship breaks down and children are involved, your main concern will be to protect their wellbeing. So it’s good to know that at QualitySolicitors we make your children our number one priority too.

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    If you decide to change your name or the name of your child, QualitySolicitors can help you to do this legally .

    Cohabitees

    More and more couples are choosing to live together and share their lives without getting married. And whilst emotionally, you may feel no different to a married couple; under the law, couples that live together without getting married do not share the same legal rights as those who marry. This can make things difficult if the relationship breaks particularly as regards finance and property. And if children are involved, it’s important to protect their future too.

    Divorce & Fixed Fees

    Divorce can be very stressful and we believe choosing and using a lawyer shouldn't add to that stress. We offer a range of clearly priced services for clients who want to arrange their divorce and for clients facing a divorce petition.

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    If you’re in a relationship that isn't working for you, either because you feel threatened or are with a violent or abusive partner, it can be difficult to know where to turn to for help - but it’s important not to suffer in silence. Asking for help is the first step to resolving the situation.

    Funding Your Family Law Case

    How much a solicitor is going to charge for their services is always a concern for any client but at QualitySolicitors we offer a range of options designed to ensure that you get the legal advice you need at an affordable cost.

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    Planning a wedding is an exciting time - and also a time when you start thinking about your long-term future. You’re looking forward to a long and happy marriage but it’s also natural to wonder what unexpected twists and turns life might bring.

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    QualitySolicitors is the largest network of law firms in the UK, with local law firms spanning the whole of England and Wales and customer service at the heart of everything we do.

    We are dedicated to providing the highest quality legal advice and expertise for our clients, but in a way that’s far friendlier, more accessible and clear-talking than you might expect from a law firm.