Cohabitation Agreement for couples BEFORE they move in together.
Even though same sex couples can’t get married legally as yet – their union as a domestic partnership is recognised under West Australian law when it comes to the division of property after the relationship has broken down.
Amendments made to the Family Court Act make it possible for a de facto partner to make a claim on the assets of the relationship – if the relationship has lasted for a suitable length of time.
This cohabitation agreement is for lesbian couples in Western Australia before they move in together, and has been professionally drafted to comply with section 205 of the Family Court Act.
It allows the couple to put down in writing how they wish to settle financial matters such as property, money, shares, debt, etc, in the event that the relationship breaks down.
