Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental legislation governing property rights and interests in England and Wales, including joint tenancies and tenancies in common.
Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996: Governs the rights of cohabitants regarding property ownership and provides mechanisms for resolving property disputes between unmarried couples.
Land Registration Act 2002: Regulates the registration of land ownership and interests in England and Wales, relevant for documenting property rights.
Children Act 1989: Primary legislation concerning arrangements for children, including residence, contact, and parental responsibility.
Child Support Act 1991: Governs child maintenance arrangements and enforcement of financial support for children.
Children and Families Act 2014: Updates and supplements the Children Act 1989, providing additional provisions for child welfare and family arrangements.
Family Law Act 1996: Contains provisions regarding occupation rights and domestic violence protection, relevant for separating cohabitants.
Cohabitation Rights Bill: Proposed legislation (not yet law) that may affect future rights of cohabitants, important for context and potential future reforms.
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental principles governing contract formation, including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations.
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Governs false statements made during contract formation that induce parties to enter into agreements.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates terms that unfairly restrict or exclude liability in contracts.
Civil Procedure Rules: Procedural rules governing civil litigation in England and Wales, relevant for enforcement of agreement terms.
Limitation Act 1980: Sets time limits for bringing legal claims, important for enforcement and limitation periods in the agreement.
