Legal Question in Family Law in California

What rights does a woman have when she has lived with a man and raised their chi

Besides child support, what legal rights does the woman have. Is she entitled to spousal support pf some form?


Asked on 4/14/03, 2:25 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

H.M. Torrey The Law Offices of H.M. Torrey

Re: What rights does a woman have when she has lived with a man and raised their

unfortunately, in california, "common law" marriages are not recognized in this state, unless your status as a common law marriage couple was previously establised in a common law marriage state outside of california. however, you still may have legal rights to support and property issues by virtue of express and/or implied contractual agreements between you and this man you have been with for such a long time, including potential "unjust enrichment" legal rights. if you can email my office directly today with more detailed information about your longterm relationship, mutual assets, and/or any rights within that relationship you feel you have earned and why, i may be able to further assist you and/or represent you in this matter legally and get you justice.

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Answered on 4/14/03, 10:02 am
Brian Levy, Esq. Law Office of Brian Don Levy

Reply: What rights does a woman have when she has lived with a man and raised th

Spousal support is available based upon a disparity of income and the length of marriage. You will find information about spousal support as well as other family law topics at my web site.

Good luck to you.

Brian Levy, Esq.

www.calattorney.net

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Answered on 4/14/03, 1:29 pm


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