Co-habitation

There are many misconceptions regarding the entitlement of parties who live together, but do not marry. There is in fact no such concept of "common-law wives/husbands" in the English legal system. Entitlements tend to be determined by the laws of property, or specific legislation that gives non-married partners certain rights in relation to property or children. This is a complex area that needs detailed specialist advice.

Maidments offers specialist advice on all aspects of family law to private clients throughout the Northwest of England. We have particular expertise in divorce, separation, financial, children issues and domestic violence. Please note we only offer legal aid in serious child protection cases.