Gucciardo Family Law

Never Legally Married? Your Next Steps During a Separation

Not every couple in a committed relationship decides to get married. Some couples across Michigan may live together for years without obtaining a marriage license. While this relationship is typical, it can make matters complicated when long-term couples decide to part ways. Cohabitation laws regarding property, assets, and parenting are somewhat of a gray area […]

Does Michigan Recognize Common Law Marriages?

Common Law Marriages

Perhaps you were with your partner for years, but you never took the leap to walk down the aisle. You were both committed—perhaps even more so than the majority of married couples you know. But there was never a diamond ring, an expensive wedding, or a license application. Suddenly, an unexpected wrench is thrown into […]