Is there such a thing as a common law wife/husband?

The phrase “common law wife/husband” is commonly heard but there is actually no such thing as a common law marriage. This sometimes catches people out when they have been living together and the relationship breaks down as they often assume that they have the same rights and entitlements to property and finances as a married couple, but they do not.

If you have been cohabiting and your relationship has broken down,  please contact the Family team at Dean Wilson on 01273 249200 and they will be happy to advise you.