Living Together: A Legal Guide for Unmarried Couples

Because marital and divorce laws don’t protect people who are not married, it is essential for unmarried couples to plan carefully in order to avoid risks and protect their shared interests. It is especially important that anyone who owns property or has a child with an unmarried partner seek out the tax advantages that are available, protect individual interests in jointly held property, and provide for the well-being of children. This book is also important for the growing number of elderly couples who choose not to marry and want information about relevant estate planning and inheritance issues.