Marriage & Civil Unions

Marriage and civil unions are legal ways to recognize a relationship, but they come with different rights and responsibilities. This page can help you understand the legal effects of marriage or civil union, and what steps you may need to take to protect your rights.

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Common Law Marriage in Louisiana

This video provides step-by-step instructions on what to do if you are in a common law marriage before moving to Louisiana, including how to prove your marriage, how Louisiana treats common law marriages from other states, and what legal steps you may need to take to protect your rights.

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Classifying Property: Community Property Versus Separate Property

This resource explains how property and debts are classified in Louisiana, including the differences between separate and community property and the role of marriage contracts.

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