Cohabitation Law and Precedents (v. 1)

by Philippa Pearson

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Explains all the law and procedure which relates to cohabitation, from ownership of property to domestic violence, and from children to inheritance and succession. It provides cohabitation contracts, trust deeds and other formal agreements; includes agendas and checklists for meetings; covers domestic violence to reflect the coming into force of Part IV of the Family Law Act which has created the categories of associated persons; deals with same sex couples and examines such issues as show more children and inheritance; and asks - what rights does someone have to make decisions or consent to medical treatment on behalf of the partner?, what rights does a partner have over funeral arrangements?, and what happens if a partner dies intestate? show less