does WV recognize common law marriage

[angel_41787]

What is the name of your state? west virginia
i have been living with my ex-husband now for over 12 years. my question is...are we married by common law now and what rights do i have? am i entitled to palimony?

 

[kat1963]

No common law marriage in your state. It is also unlawful to cohabitate & fornicate in West Virginia, so I don't know if they award palimony being that what you were doing is a crime under your state laws. Please seek the advice of a family law attorney.
KAT

 

[Michael McCoy]

Concern for a friend

I have a friend that may soon be facing a break-up with her boyfriend after 9 years of co-habitation. Their relationship began when she was about 18 and solidified when she was about 25.
She has given birth to two of his children -- ages about 14 and 9.
She is now 34 and he is 39.
Their relationship has been a marriage in all but the formal ceremony.
In the last several months, he has established a relationship with another woman and a split may be pending -- in fact -- it seems inevitable.
The relationship has been largely amicable but may become contentious -- as his assets are substantial.
As per his insistence, any conversation about marriage during those 9 years centered around a pre-nupual agreement that he would require of her -- which she hasn't signed and is reluctant to agree to.
She has no real work experience and her assets are nearly non-existent.
With her and her children's future uncertain, what options should she explore?
Thanks so much for your time.
Mike

 

[Ohiogal]

I have a friend that may soon be facing a break-up with her boyfriend after 9 years of co-habitation. Their relationship began when she was about 18 and solidified when she was about 25.
She has given birth to two of his children -- ages about 14 and 9.
She is now 34 and he is 39.
Their relationship has been a marriage in all but the formal ceremony.
In the last several months, he has established a relationship with another woman and a split may be pending -- in fact -- it seems inevitable.
The relationship has been largely amicable but may become contentious -- as his assets are substantial.
As per his insistence, any conversation about marriage during those 9 years centered around a pre-nupual agreement that he would require of her -- which she hasn't signed and is reluctant to agree to.
She has no real work experience and her assets are nearly non-existent.
With her and her children's future uncertain, what options should she explore?
Thanks so much for your time.
Mike

Please start your own thread and answer rthe question on that thread regarding what is your state.

 

[Zigner]

Please start your own thread and answer rthe question on that thread regarding what is your state.

The one that needs to start a thread is the "friend" that is involved in this matter.

 

[Silverplum]

The one that needs to start a thread is the "friend" that is involved in this matter.

I agree.

But to end the matter sooner, rather than later: The answer is NO.

http://family.findlaw.com/marriage/state-laws-common-law-marriage.html