Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
Common Law Marriages
Does Common Law Marriages still exits in Texas?
Asked on 1/11/04, 6:58 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Fran Brochstein
Attorney & Mediator
Re: Common Law Marriages
Yes, Texas is one of the few states that recognizes common law marriages.
There are several things that need to be done to claim a common law marriage.
For example, living together for 7 years is NOT a requirement.
If you would like more information, you can look in on line for the Texas Family Code that clearly defines common law marriages in Texas.
If you would like a free phone consultation, you can call my office or my cell phone at 713-805-9591. You can also visit my website at www.familylaw4u.com
Good luck!
Fran Brochstein
office 713-847-6000
Answered on 1/11/04, 11:20 pm