Legal Question in Family Law in Pennsylvania

Common law marriage

I would like to know if Pennsylvania recognizes Common Law Marriage and if so what is the criteria.


Asked on 6/14/04, 8:19 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Ilene Young Young Law Offices

Re: Common law marriage

Pennsylvania no longer recognizes Common Law marriage.

Ilene Young, Esquire/ Civil & Family Practice

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Answered on 6/23/04, 9:22 pm


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