Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

common law marriage

it is a common law in ALL states that one is considered married after 7 years of living together or is EACH state different?


Asked on 1/06/02, 9:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: common law marriage

Every state is different. Florida does not recognize common law marriage anymore and has not for almost 25 years. One must get formally married to enjoy the benefits of marriage.

Scott R. Jay, Esq. 305-249-8000

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Answered on 1/06/02, 11:10 pm


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