Legal Question in Family Law in New York
Jewish Marriage
In NY state, if no civil marriage papers were ever filed is a couple married legally if they participated in a orthodox jewish ceremony?
Asked on 4/26/09, 10:39 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Jason Kessler
Law Offices of Jason B. Kessler, P.C.
Re: Jewish Marriage
Al pi halachah yes. However, according to the dinah malchota no. They need to go to the closest town hall and get a license. I'm surprised because the rabbi usually reminds the couple abput this.
Answered on 4/26/09, 11:11 pm
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