Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia
common law marriage / inheretence
hi i have a large inheretence coming that i think my gf is interested in she keeps trying to marry me, and talk about common law marriage. I need to know if inheretence is effected by 'common law marriage' and if her putting me on her health insurance claiming me as a 'domestic partner' at her job would legally bind me to a common law marriage automatically. thank you for your help in advanced!
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: common law marriage / inheretence
As of January 1, 1997, GA no longer recognizes common law marriage. Her putting you on her health insurance has no effect. She is not entitled to anything.
Re: common law marriage / inheretence
Georgia no longer has common-law marriage. A handful of other states do.
Before marrying your girlfriend, consider seeing a lawyer to do a prenuptial agreement.
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