Breakup of a stable relationship (Catalan, national and international)
Breakup of a stable couple according to Catalan, national, and international regulations: legal protection when cohabitation ends
In Catalonia, as well as in other national and international legal frameworks, it is not necessary to be married or registered for a relationship to have legal effect. Catalan law, for example, recognizes as a stable couple those who have lived together continuously for more than two years or have children together, even without formalizing their union.
When this type of relationship breaks up, whether in Catalonia, Spain, or abroad, it is essential to regulate the personal and financial consequences of the breakup with the same care as in a divorce, especially if there are children, shared assets, or legal differences between countries.
At Carmen Varela, Abogados de Familia, we offer you specialized legal support to navigate this process with security, clarity, and protection. We will work with you to define key issues such as child custody, use of the family home, distribution of assets, and financial benefits between partners. Whether through an amicable agreement or in contentious proceedings, we are committed to ensuring that your rights are protected and your interests are well represented, even when the breakup has an international dimension.
Our approach: legal clarity and close support
The breakup of a stable relationship, especially when there is no formal marriage, can generate doubt, insecurity, and a lack of protection, even more so when legal elements from different territories are involved. At Carmen Varela, Abogados de Familia, we work to provide clarity, security, and legal solutions tailored to each cohabitation model, whether in Catalonia, Spain, or internationally.
From the outset, we provide preventive and strategic advice, helping you understand your rights and plan the breakup with the least possible impact on you and your children. Whenever possible, we favor an agreement, but if there is no consensus, we act firmly to defend your interests before the courts, in any jurisdiction with competence.
Our approach combines a deep understanding of Catalan law, a solid understanding of the Spanish and international legal framework, sensitivity to the personal circumstances you are experiencing, and a precise and firm legal strategy that supports you throughout the entire process.
The path we walk together:
We can help you
Don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll study your case and find the best way to address it.
What will we deal with?
Child custody and communication and stay regime
We define a parenting model that prioritizes the well-being of children and adolescents and shared responsibility between parents.
Use of the family home
We analyze personal and family circumstances to determine who is entitled to use the shared residence.
Alimony and other benefits
We calculate and negotiate child support and, if applicable, potential benefits between partners.
Distribution of common goods
We help you identify, value, and distribute the assets generated during your cohabitation.
Drafting and approval of agreements
We draw up mutually agreed-upon regulatory agreements and submit them to the court for legal validation.
Why choose us?
Exclusive specialization in Family Law
We are exclusively dedicated to this area of law, which allows us to offer highly qualified, up-to-date advice geared toward the effective resolution of family disputes.
Enfoque preventivo y estratégico
We are exclusively dedicated to this area of law, which allows us to offer highly qualified, up-to-date advice geared toward the effective resolution of family disputes.
Close and personalized treatment
We know that every case is unique. That's why we listen to you, understand your priorities, and support you throughout the entire process with empathy, transparency, and commitment.
Negotiation as the first way
We support settlement as a way to preserve family relationships and reduce the emotional and financial strain of a legal process.
Solid procedural experience
When negotiation isn't possible, we defend you vigorously in court, with extensive experience in complex litigation.
Continuous accompaniment
Our work doesn't end with the ruling. We remain by your side to ensure compliance with the measures adopted or to assist you with future modifications.
