Document background
A Notarial Cohabitation Agreement is essential for unmarried couples living together in Germany who wish to establish clear legal frameworks for their relationship. This document becomes particularly important because German law does not provide the same automatic protections to cohabiting couples as it does to married couples. The agreement must be executed as a notarized document (notarielle Urkunde) to ensure its validity under German law. It typically addresses critical aspects such as property division, financial responsibilities, living arrangements, and potential separation scenarios. The document requires careful consideration of various legal aspects including property law, civil law, and social security implications. By creating a Notarial Cohabitation Agreement, partners can prevent future disputes and ensure their rights are protected in various situations, including relationship breakdown or death of a partner.
