Common Law Marriage Validity

Summary

Common law marriage in Kansas is recognized if both parties had the intent to be married and lived together as a married couple. Since you lived together and intended to be married after your divorce, your relationship may qualify as a common law marriage. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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Divorced in *,got back together * until his death in *. Is this common law marriage?
Did you and your partner live together and present yourselves as a married couple in Texas after your divorce in *?
Yes in Kansas
Did you both have the intention to be married and agreed to be married in Kansas after your divorce?
Yes
In Texas, common law marriage requires cohabitation, agreement to be married, and representation as a married couple. However, you lived in Kansas. Did you meet these conditions there?
Yes
In Kansas, common law marriage is recognized if you both had the intent to be married and lived together as a married couple. Please consult a local attorney for further advice.