Common-Law relationships: significant differences
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According to a study conducted for the CSF and ÉducÉpargne, nearly 50% of people living in a common-law relationship perceive that, financially, it is equivalent to being married. However, in the event of a separation, the legal differences are numerous, particularly regarding the division of property, the house, or investments. A report prepared by the organization Éducaloi can be helpful.
The law on family law reform and the establishment of a new "parental union" regime, adopted in June 2024, attracted significant attention. It will impact common-law partners who have children together. However, this change will only automatically apply for children born or adopted after June 30, 2025.
A section prepared by the organization Éducaloi can be helpful. (Note: the link directs to the organization's website, the content of which is not managed by the CSF.)
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