Legal Question in Family Law in Ohio

common-in-law wife

Do Ohio have common-in-law rights for a living partner?

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Asked on 7/07/06, 7:06 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Gregg Manes Gregg A. Manes, Esq.

Re: common-in-law wife

Ohio repealed common law spouses about 20 years ago. Therefore, if you are not married and you are in a long term relationship you should do what you can to protect yourself. However, if you have been together over 20 years you may be grandfathered in.

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Answered on 7/08/06, 4:15 pm


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