Family Law in Ireland
Unmarried & Co-habitating: Legal Issues
While many people don't think about it, when you're living with a partner and you're unmarried, there are some legal issues to consider. For instance, if the two of you should happen to buy a house together, what would the legal ramifications be if one or the other of you passed away?
While this is an unpleasant circumstance to think about, it is something that can have legal repercussions on you as you go through the grieving process. And that's something that no one should have to go through.
While the legal issues involved with co-habiting, unmarried couples can be complicated and is beyond the scope of this article, a qualified family law solicitor will be your best bet to discuss legal issues, especially in the event of death or your relationship breaking up. We've compiled a short list of some topics that you might want to go to your solicitor with:
If you or your partner is the sole owner of your home and you are living together, what might the legal ramifications in regards to the house be if your relationship broke up?
If there are children between you, what legal issues might arise from you or your partner ending the relationship?
In the unthinkable event of you or your partner's death, what would happen to the home, especially if it is in the name of the other party, and that person passed on without a will?
There are many other legal issues involved in any relationship; co-habitating couples have a slightly different set, but that doesn't make those issues any less relevant. Don't hesitate to call our offices if you need some advice about legal issues regarding unmarried couples living together.
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