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Legal services for unmarried couples

Clear legal advice for unmarried couples navigating separation, finances and arrangements for children.
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We don’t just look after you, we look out for you.  That means we bring you insights, advice and keep you up to date on all kinds of legal matters so you can keep ahead.

We’re expert-led

We match a member of the team with the right expertise to every client, who will invest time getting to know you, who will look after your interests and ensure you have access to the whole firm when you need it.

We talk your language

The legal and financial matters might be complex, but we aim to keep things straightforward and explain everything in terms that are relevant to you.

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Protecting your position when you are not married

Unmarried couples – your legal status

Unmarried couples do not have the same legal protections as married couples. This can come as a surprise when relationships end, particularly where children or property are involved. Unmarried couples have different legal rights to married couples if you have children or buy a house together.

Planning ahead with confidence

Our family law solicitors provide legal services for unmarried couples living together (see our guide here), which include cohabitation agreements and advice about parental rights. Cohabitation agreements can help protect you and your children in the event of separation.

Support when relationships end

If the relationship ends, our experienced family law team can help you through the issues, and make sure you and your children are protected. We can help resolve issues around maintenance and ensure that maintenance is paid if this becomes a problem.

Focused on practical solutions

Our approach is calm and pragmatic, helping you resolve disputes efficiently and put stable arrangements in place for the future.

Tees is a top-tier Legal 500 firm offering comprehensive family law services, including arbitration, divorce mediation, court representation, and prenuptial/postnuptial agreements. We serve a wide range of clients, from high-net-worth individuals to those with simpler needs, with expertise in the agricultural sector. Our in-house, FCA-regulated financial advisers work closely with our lawyers to provide seamless, accountable advice.

Excellent service from a team who clearly cares about its work, its people and its clients.

Legal 500 UK, 2026

Our expertise

The issues our family lawyers can help you with include:

  • Child custody
  • Child maintenance
  • Enforcement of child maintenance
  • Parental responsibility (eg for an unmarried father)
  • Where the children should live
  • Property claims
  • Division of financial assets

 

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