Couples who live together do not have the same rights as married couples.
This guide explains your rights on property, finances, and children under TOLATA and
Schedule 1.
UNDERSTANDING TOLATA
Key issues:
1. Property ownership
2. Financial contributions
3. Intentions
4. Constructive trust claims
5. Resulting trust claims
PROVING YOUR INTEREST
Evidence may include:
1. Payments
2. Agreements
3. Emails or messages
4. Conduct
5. Contributions to improvements
SCHEDULE 1 FOR CHILDREN
Provides financial support for:
1. Housing
2. Education
3. Maintenance
KEY QUESTIONS
Is my name on the deeds?
Can I prove contributions?
Do I have claims for the children?
