Tag Archive: Common Law Marriage

Family Lawyers Discuss Common Law Marriages and Alternatives to Legally Protect Yourself as an Unmarried Couple in NJ. Many couples prefer living together rather than getting married.  To most, marriage is the highest level of commitment, demonstrating a profound willingness to stay together long-term, not only as partners in a relationship but as part of a legal union as well.  Others avoid marriage, deeming it unnecessary in today’s day and age.  In many states, a common law marriage bears as […]