Marriage and Partnerships

Everything you need to know about changing your name after marriage, including whether you need to go to court and how to update your identity documents. ... Read more

Laws against bigamy and polygamy might not stand up under modern notions of morality and the state's right to dictate it. ... Read more

Learn how common law marriage works, and where these marital relationships are recognized. ... Read more

Nearly 50% of marriages end in divorce. If you and your spouse would like to beat the 50% divorce rate, it's essential that you're open and honest with each other about past relationships, y ... Read more

Changing the name on your credit card, or adding a spouse to your credit card account, is a pretty standard practice after marriage. But it’s important to know your options—and the risks ... Read more

It’s not unusual to want to add your spouse’s name to certain property you own. But it needs to be done correctly—and you need to be aware of the possible consequences. ... Read more

Is my marriage legally recognized in other countries around the world? ... Read more

Historically, married couples have enjoyed special privileges ranging from tax benefits to courtroom privileges. The “spousal privilege” also called the “marital privilege,” protects ... Read more

Over the years, options have emerged for couples who either reject the classic concept of marriage or to whom marriage wasn’t available. Knowing what those options are can help you make an ... Read more

Find out whether alimony is available after a common law marriage. ... Read more

You promised to support your spouse in sickness and in health, but your obligations don’t stop there. Once you're married, you have certain rights and responsibilities that single people d ... Read more

You’ve met the love of your life, and now you're buying—or wearing—a gorgeous engagement ring to prove it. But if something goes wrong, and you break up before the wedding, that ring m ... Read more

Planning a marriage can be a thrilling experience. It’s exciting to begin a life with the one you love. But just because you want to share a life together doesn’t mean you will want to s ... Read more