Cohabitation Settlement Agreement
Cohabitation Settlement Agreement
I. Introduction
This Cohabitation Settlement Agreement ("Agreement") is made on [DATE] by and between [PARTNER 1 NAME] and [PARTNER 2 NAME] (collectively referred to as "the Parties"). This Agreement outlines the mutual rights and responsibilities concerning the cohabitation and shared properties and finances of the Parties.
II. Definitions
Shared Residence: The property located at [PROPERTY ADDRESS] where both Parties reside.
Commencement Date: The effective date of this Agreement, starting on [START DATE].
III. Financial Arrangements
The financial contributions and obligations of the Parties relating to their shared life and residence will be as follows:
Each Party will contribute [AMOUNT OR PERCENTAGE] towards the monthly rent or mortgage and utilities of the [SHARED RESIDENCE].
Both Parties agree to maintain a joint bank account for shared expenses, each contributing [AMOUNT/PERCENTAGE] of their monthly income.
IV. Division of Property
In the event of termination of the cohabitation:
Each Party retains ownership of all property and assets brought into the cohabitation individually as detailed in the attached Schedule A.
All jointly purchased or acquired assets during cohabitation will be divided equitably as detailed in Schedule B, or as mutually agreed by the Parties.
V. Domestic Responsibilities
Both Parties will share domestic responsibilities as follows:
Household chores and maintenance will be divided equally.
Childcare responsibilities (if applicable) will be shared in a manner that both Parties agree upon, detailed further in Schedule C.
VI. Amendment and Termination
This Agreement may be amended or terminated only by mutual written consent of both Parties. Any amendments to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both Parties.
VII. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State/Country of [STATE/COUNTRY NAME].
VIII. Signatures
By signing below, each of the Parties acknowledges and agrees to the terms stated in this Agreement:
[PARTNER 1 NAME]
[SIGNATURE]
[DATE]
[PARTNER 2 NAME]
[SIGNATURE]
[DATE]