Paris Smith Podcast

With cohabiting couples the fastest growing family type in England and Wales, the rights and responsibilities surrounding cohabitation are of growing importance to couples who are (or are looking to) cohabit. The myth goes that after a qualifying period of cohabitation (usually thought to be either 2 or 5 years) cohabitants acquire the rights and responsibilities of marriage in the eyes of the law. Find out more: https://parissmith.co.uk/your-life/family-law/cohabitation-and-unmarried-couples/ However, this is not the case and is very misleading as to the reality of the legal position. Listen to our podcast from Family Solicitor Danielle Taylor to hear all about the truths behind this legal myth Show notes: 00:45 What myths do people believe about cohabitation? Dani introduces the myth of the 'Common Law spouse' 01:07 How does legislation define cohabitation? The misleading language that fuels misconceptions: Dani explains what this really means in the eyes of the law 01:47 What constitutes a cohabitant? 0