Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

Common Law Wife

how do I get proof of common law marriage after death of spouse


Asked on 8/22/08, 2:08 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Re: Common Law Wife

Meet with a lawyer who can help you sort of possible documentation.

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Answered on 8/22/08, 2:11 pm
Scott Riddle Law Office of Scott B. Riddle, LLC

Re: Common Law Wife

Keep in mind that Georgia abolished common law marriages in 1997 (but if requirements were met prior to then, it could still be recognized).

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Answered on 8/22/08, 2:14 pm
Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

Re: Common Law Wife

In the first place, you have to show there even was a common law marriage, i.e., it had to occur before 1997. It is not recognized after that year. If there is a valid common law marriage, there are too many factors to list here . Consult with a local attorney.

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Answered on 8/23/08, 8:10 pm


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