Living together out of wedlock can mean anything, especially in
court -- unlike married couples, most unmarried couples don't
automatically inherit or receive protection under the law.
Consequently, you must document everything from property ownership
and children to wills and other estate plans.
An essential resource for any unmarried couple,
Living Together explains:
- the legality of living together
- having and raising children
- the many types of ownership agreements
- relationships with a prior family
- getting authorization to make medical decisions for an ill or
injured partner
Living Together includes:
- a complete overview of important legal documents, including a
living together contract
- instructions to filling out these documents
- sample forms
- legal agreements
This edition provides the latest law in readable 50-state
charts, and includes many fill-in-the-blank legal forms. It also
discusses the laws covering same-sex marriages and civil unions,
which are often so broad, they affect unmarried heterosexual
couples as well.
“Here’s what you need to know to prevent surprises that can be both expensive and nasty.”
-Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine
“Provides lots of practical advice and also includes information about various state laws relating to unmarried couples.”
-Washington Post
“A detailed and useful guide for couples.”
-Los Angeles Times
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