How a Consumer Hired a Lawyer to Draft a Cohabitation Agreement in Washington

In 2023, an individual in Washington sought assistance with drafting a cohabitation agreement for themselves and their domestic partner. They were preparing to purchase their first home together and wanted a straightforward agreement to outline their financial contributions, as they would be buying the property as tenants in common. Their primary focus was to establish terms that would clearly delineate how they would handle potential future scenarios, such as a split or the sale of the home, with an emphasis on equitable sharing of expenses, appreciation, and improvements. As a result, the client received two proposals from licensed lawyers, with flat fee bids ranging from $750 to $995, all submitted to complete the work within the requested deadline of over a week.