How do I get legally connected to my girlfriend without marriage.

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How do I get legally connected to my girlfriend without marriage.

Marriage is not an option for us. We are looking for the legal commitment a marriage provides but without the marriage. Reasons – purchasing a house together, estate planning, medical decisions, etc. Options?

Asked on December 12, 2017 under Family Law, Texas

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 6 years ago | Contributor

So be careful in Texas because it still recognizes common law marriages and if you ever hold yourselves out as married it could get sticky. What you need to do is see a good estate planner and speak with a lawyer every time you enter in to a legal contract together.  For example, buying a house together in Texas. Some attorneys there state your marital status in the deed, which is not required but maybe a good idea.  Then state how you wish the property to pass when one of you passes on: "rights of survivorship" or not.  Good luck  


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