The cost for a lawyer to draft a cohabitation agreement in Ontario depends on the complexity of the couple’s finances, whether property such as a home is involved, and whether the lawyer charges a flat fee or bills hourly.

Typical price range

• Flat-fee cohabitation agreements for straightforward situations commonly run about $1,500 to $3,000 in legal fees.
• More comprehensive agreements – addressing a jointly purchased home, a business, or detailed support terms – often range from roughly $3,000 to $5,000 or more.

The easiest, fastest, and most affordable way to create a cohabitation agreement in Canada is to use Legal Line’s cohabitation agreement template —a fraction of the cost of hiring a lawyer.

What affects the cost?

Cost tends to rise with the number of assets to address, whether real property or a business is involved, and how much negotiation is required between the two partners before both are comfortable signing.

What does Independent Legal Advice (LIA) cost?

Each partner’s own review by a separate lawyer typically adds $500 to $1,500, on top of the drafting fee.

Getting the advice and help you need

Before you say “I do,” protect your future. Contact Prenup.ca for clear, enforceable marriage contracts that safeguard your assets and reduce conflict if things change. Speak with an experienced Ontario family lawyer today at 1-800-837-0460 .

Get your Cohabitation Agreement

Every common-law couple should consider having a cohabitation agreement to establish clear expectations, address important financial matters, and help prevent conflicts in the future.

The easiest, fastest, and most affordable way to create a cohabitation agreement in Canada is to use Legal Line’s cohabitation agreement form.

								
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