Cohabitation & Marriage Agreements
Account for life’s unknowns
Whether you are married or common-law, you need to manage the unexpected. Having a marriage or cohabitation agreement provides clarity within a relationship.
Create a roadmap
Preparing for the worst doesn’t mean it is inevitable.
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In family law, a marriage agreement is also known as a pre-nup, they are an agreement for spouses entering into a marriage. Cohabitation agreements are agreements for spouses who wish to live together but do not intend to marry. These written agreements are legally binding between two parties in a marriage or common-law partnership.
Agreements can be entered into at any time, but it is best to do so as soon as possible after your relationship begins. Having a written agreement will support your decision-making about assets and property, and if you separate, it will help ensure there is less conflict when dividing those assets if you decide to separate.
An agreement determines:
How property is divided
Who is responsible for debts
Who pays spousal support
Child support and custody
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Abby Pang and the Illuma Family Law team are committed to helping you create a marriage or cohabitation agreement that meets your unique circumstances and needs. From addressing how assets are split in divorce, to creating spousal support guidelines, we help Vancouver couples determine their obligations to each other during and after a relationship.