Common Law

If you’ve lived with a partner in Washington for years, shared finances, and built a life together, you might wonder—are we considered married under…

Common Law

Common law marriage is one of Colorado’s most misunderstood legal topics. To help demystify it, Modern Family Law’s Fort Collins Managing Partner, Karlee Stoppenhagen,…

Common Law

Many people believe that if you live together long enough, you’re automatically married. While there’s some truth to this idea, it’s not universally applicable.…

Common Law

Common law marriage allows couples to be considered married without having gone through a formal ceremony or obtaining a marriage license. In this article,…

Common Law

Common law marriage is a legal concept that allows couples to be considered married without having formally registered their union with the state. Here,…

Common Law

Common law marriage, also known as informal marriage or marriage without formalities, allows couples to be considered married without going through a formal ceremony…

Common Law

A prevalent misconception exists that merely cohabiting for a long duration automatically results in a common-law marriage. However, the truth is far from this…

Common Law

Common law marriage stands as a testament to the evolving nature of relationships in the modern era. Essentially, it refers to a legal framework…