Legal Question in Family Law in California

did california ever recognized common law,I have been with the same man for 31yrs. can I claim his social security when he dies?


Asked on 6/02/11, 9:06 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Rhonda Ellifritz Law Offices of Rhonda Ellifritz

California does not recognize common law marriages, no matter the length of the relationship.

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Answered on 6/02/11, 10:48 am

Yes, California did recognize common law marriage up until the 1860's I believe.

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Answered on 6/02/11, 3:36 pm
Anthony Roach Law Office of Anthony A. Roach

California does not recognize common law marriage. California would only recognize the marriage if you entered into a common law marriage in another state that recognized common law marriages, and then moved here.

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Answered on 6/03/11, 8:09 am


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