Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

commom law mariage

what is considered common law marriage in the state of Florida?


Asked on 9/09/07, 2:20 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Robert Roemer Robert Roemer

Re: commom law mariage

i believe it was not recognized since 1968-if you need assistance e-mail me

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Answered on 9/09/07, 7:33 pm
Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: common law marriage

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Commonlaw marriage was abolished in Florida many years ago. The only marriage is one in which a license is obtained and the ceremony performed and the executed licensed being returned to the court.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 9/09/07, 11:24 pm


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