SEPARATED COUPLES

Separated couples without a Will are treated as if they are still married unless a legal separation has been agreed.

This means that should one partner die, assets will be transferred to the survivor leaving the deceased's family with the possibility of receiving nothing.

Jointly held property will automatically transfer to the survivor, which may not be your wish. The survivor will be free to deal with the whole property how they wish.

Our Fact Sheets show what can be achieved through your Will.