Legal Question in Family Law in California

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My question is, does california have a Common Law ? My father is cohabiting with women he's been with over seven years and I was thinking of what would happen to his fincials.


Asked on 1/11/04, 9:59 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Donald Holben Donald R. Holben & Associates, APC

Re: subject

There is no common law marriage in California, however, California will recognize a recognized marriage from another state. Regarding money, however, there is a recognized thing called "palimony" in California. And his partner may go after assetts under that theory.

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Answered on 1/12/04, 12:57 pm
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: subject

California law does not have a common law marriage provision. However, California does recognize a common law marriage that occurs under the laws of another state.

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Answered on 1/12/04, 12:21 am


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