If an unmarried couple’s relationship breaks down, they will need to divide the assets which they own, both personal assets and property. The ideal solution is for couples to reach an agreement about how those assets should be divided. We can prepare a Deed of Separation reflecting that agreement.

If it is not possible to reach agreement, Court proceedings may have to be issued to establish what interest, if any, a person may have in property and/or ask the Court to Order that a property should be sold and the proceeds divided between the parties. These proceedings can be costly and lengthy. It is far better to reach an agreement if at all possible.