Family Law FAQ's

Question: What is common law marriage?

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Answer: Common law marriage is a marriage that results from the actions of a couple even though they have not obtained a marriage license or fulfilled the requirements of the state's statutory marriage laws.  This means the couple has lived together for a period of time and have presented themselves as husband and wife. However, not all states recognize common law marriages.


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