Whether you're buying property, having children, or planning your future, we’ll help you understand your rights and secure your shared commitments with legal confidence.
Resolved Shared Assets
Introduction
Unmarried couples often face unique legal challenges, especially concerning property ownership, finances, and parental responsibilities. Our supportive family law solicitors provide clear, compassionate advice tailored specifically to the needs of unmarried partners across England and Wales. Whether you’re looking to establish a cohabitation agreement, resolve disputes over shared assets, or arrange parental responsibilities, we help you understand your rights and options. Our approachable team is dedicated to guiding you with care, helping you plan for a secure future and protect your family’s interests with confidence.
Struggling with relationship decisions? Our free consultation lets you explore the “what ifs” of separation or divorce, with no pressure to move forward.
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When it comes to children, their well-being is paramount and our number one focus.
ExploreTo help bring clarity and security during this time, we strongly recommend updating your Will.
ExploreEnsure a seamless property transaction with our transparent and efficient legal expertise.
ExploreWe understand that making the first move can feel overwhelming. Many of our clients worry about causing conflict, about costs, or simply about coping with the stress of it all. That is why we have created a more structured, supportive way to approach separation. One that prioritises understanding, clear options, and the future of everyone involved.
A calm, supportive environment to talk things through
A calm, resolution-focused approach
Clear guidance on your legal options
Support for co-parenting and future planning that keeps children at the centre
Fixed fees available where possible
A team who will truly listen, not judge
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No. Contrary to the “common law marriage” myth, unmarried couples do not have the same automatic rights as married couples. Lyons Bowe helps cohabiting partners protect their interests through legal agreements, property advice, and arrangements for children.
A cohabitation agreement sets out how property, finances, and responsibilities will be managed during a relationship and in the event of separation. Lyons Bowe family solicitors draft clear, tailored agreements that provide legal security for unmarried couples.
Property disputes for unmarried couples are dealt with under trust and property law, not family law. Lyons Bowe advises on ownership rights, financial contributions, and property division, helping clients resolve disputes fairly and in line with UK law.
Yes. Parental responsibility and child arrangements can be complex for unmarried couples. Lyons Bowe supports parents in securing child custody, contact, and financial support arrangements under UK family law.
Lyons Bowe solicitors help unmarried couples safeguard their finances through cohabitation agreements, declarations of trust, and advice on joint accounts and shared investments, ensuring clarity and protection for both parties.
Unmarried partners do not automatically inherit under UK intestacy laws. Lyons Bowe advises on wills and estate planning to ensure your partner is protected and financially secure in the future.
Unmarried partners have no automatic rights to pensions or maintenance after separation. Lyons Bowe advises clients on alternative ways to protect future financial security, including agreements, nominations, and estate planning.
Lyons Bowe offers a full range of legal services for unmarried couples, including cohabitation agreements, property advice, wills, and child arrangements. Our solicitors ensure you understand your rights and are fully protected under UK law
Buying together without being married? We’ll guide you through co-ownership agreements and help you protect your share legally, all while making the purchase process smooth and simple.