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OK, this is a general answer but the details depend on the state you are in -- you need to consult a lawyer who knows that state. If you were legally married to someone and did not get divorced: Yes, that person has some claim on your assets, but it depends on the situation. For example if you die, they might inherit. They might also be able to sue for child support. But they can't just come in and take your stuff, but if it's a community property state she could conceivably sue to get some of your current assets. Your bigger problem is that you are committing bigamy, and also that the second spouse and possibly kids could get left out. If you mean the first marriage was a common law marriage, for that to be recognized it would have to meet whatever definition the state used -- usually something like you lived together a certain length of time and publicly represented yourselves as married. I know someone in a similar situation whose first spouse is grabbing assets, but it's mainly because she has the money to hire a good lawyer and he doesn't.
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If you were married to a man and then divorced but you lived together until his death are you entitled to any benefits?
It is possible that you are. It may depend on whether or not your state recognizes "common law" marriage.
What are you entitled to after being with someone for 13 years NOT MARRIED?
If you live in a place that recognizes common law marriage, and you meet the requirements for a common law marriage, you have all the rights of a spouse. If not, you have the right to your joint property, but do not have the other marriage rights. If there are minor children, you may have parental rights.
Are lesbians married under common law?
No. States that recognize common law marriage do not generally recognize same sex marriage. You would need to be married and reside in a state that recognizes same sex marriage or reside in a state that recognizes legal marriages performed in states where same sex couples can marry. See related question link.No. States that recognize common law marriage do not generally recognize same sex marriage. You would need to be married and reside in a state that recognizes same sex marriage or reside in a state that recognizes legal marriages performed in states where same sex couples can marry. See related question link.No. States that recognize common law marriage do not generally recognize same sex marriage. You would need to be married and reside in a state that recognizes same sex marriage or reside in a state that recognizes legal marriages performed in states where same sex couples can marry. See related question link.No. States that recognize common law marriage do not generally recognize same sex marriage. You would need to be married and reside in a state that recognizes same sex marriage or reside in a state that recognizes legal marriages performed in states where same sex couples can marry. See related question link.
What do you do If you have a Polish same-sex partner and live in the US.?
Get married in a jurisdiction that recognizes same sex marriage.
Why do cohabiting couples have different rights to married couples?
Marriage is a legal contract and when people decide to get married, they agree to hold to society's conventions for marriage in exchange for the benefits they become entitled to.
How many years of marriage is your spouse entitled to your pension after divorce?
You must have been married 10 years.
Does the state of Texas recognize common law marriage?
Yes, the state of Texas recognizes common law marriage if certain criteria are met, such as both parties agreeing to be married, living together as a married couple, and presenting themselves as married to others.
If you signed a common law married affidavit while married to someone else is your common law marriage legal?
No. Your common law marriage would be null and void. If you are already married you cannot create a legal common law marriage in a state that recognizes common law marriage. You would need to end your first marriage by a legal divorce. In the United States and all Western countries, with the exception of Saskatchewan, Canada, you can only be married to one person at a time.No. Your common law marriage would be null and void. If you are already married you cannot create a legal common law marriage in a state that recognizes common law marriage. You would need to end your first marriage by a legal divorce. In the United States and all Western countries, with the exception of Saskatchewan, Canada, you can only be married to one person at a time.No. Your common law marriage would be null and void. If you are already married you cannot create a legal common law marriage in a state that recognizes common law marriage. You would need to end your first marriage by a legal divorce. In the United States and all Western countries, with the exception of Saskatchewan, Canada, you can only be married to one person at a time.No. Your common law marriage would be null and void. If you are already married you cannot create a legal common law marriage in a state that recognizes common law marriage. You would need to end your first marriage by a legal divorce. In the United States and all Western countries, with the exception of Saskatchewan, Canada, you can only be married to one person at a time.
Do Arkansas have common law marriage?
Arkansas (along with most states) does not recognize common law marriage. The only exception to that would be if you previously lived in another state that did recognize common law marriage (again, most states don't) and you were considered common law married in that state, and you then later moved to Arkansas.
Is your wife entilted to 50 percent of your pension if you are married for 11 years and then get divorced?
She is entitled to 50% of the portion of your Pension of the years you were married. For example, If you had a Pension fund for 7 years, prior to your marriage, then married for 11 years, she is entitled only to 50% of the portion of the Pension you acquired during the 11 years you were married, and not the 7 years of the Pension, prior to your marriage.
Does a legal marriage have precedence over a common law marriage?
Not if you live in a state that recognizes common law marriage. In that case the common law marriage is a legal marriage. Whatever marriage comes first has precedence. Whatever marriage comes after is invalid. You can only be married to one person at a time in the United States. If two people are legally married by common law they must obtain a legal divorce before marrying someone else.Not if you live in a state that recognizes common law marriage. In that case the common law marriage is a legal marriage. Whatever marriage comes first has precedence. Whatever marriage comes after is invalid. You can only be married to one person at a time in the United States. If two people are legally married by common law they must obtain a legal divorce before marrying someone else.Not if you live in a state that recognizes common law marriage. In that case the common law marriage is a legal marriage. Whatever marriage comes first has precedence. Whatever marriage comes after is invalid. You can only be married to one person at a time in the United States. If two people are legally married by common law they must obtain a legal divorce before marrying someone else.Not if you live in a state that recognizes common law marriage. In that case the common law marriage is a legal marriage. Whatever marriage comes first has precedence. Whatever marriage comes after is invalid. You can only be married to one person at a time in the United States. If two people are legally married by common law they must obtain a legal divorce before marrying someone else.
Is Texas a common law marriage state?
Yes, Texas recognizes common law marriage if certain criteria are met, such as living together as a couple and presenting yourselves as married to others.
