Union libre... how long it takes to get it done????

Gator says on Dec 1, 2008, 18:53:

In Colombia Law 54 of 1990, Civil Code, known as the Patrimonial Deed between Permanent Partners (Common Law Marriage), by which a man and a woman, without being married, provided they make a permanent communal life, cohabit as a couple for more than two years and act in all respect as if they are married. All their possessions are shared at 50% each except those owned before the relationship began. To avoid this problem do a "liquidación de sociedad conyugal" but please, on this step consult an attorney first. There are a lot of ins and outs to this but you need a good Colombian attorney to explain the pitfalls and options available.

The most important thing is the declaration, before a Colombian notary, made buy each of you that certifies that yours is a common law marriage and you consider yourselves to be permanent partners. Without this in hand don't even waste your time and effort. The relationship needs to be more than casual and long-term.

"Credidi pretio parvo emere et magno vendere tibi in animo fuisse!" .

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shenley says on Dec 1, 2008, 19:45:

I saw that in here.. but still how long it takes??? paperwork in colombia.. I can imagine... :-(
But thanks a lot :-)

shenley :-)

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lawyer CO says on Dec 2, 2008, 06:53:

you require a document that states you have lived with the mate as minimum 2 years.

There many things to discuss before filling the petition to obtain the declaration of common law marriage including if the mate has children under 18 years old or if he has previous marriage.

Esteban Rada
colombian lawyer
email: lawyerscolombia at yahoo.com

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Gator says on Dec 2, 2008, 08:56:

Since no one knows what the facts are you really need to consult with a Colombian attorney. It will take as long as MRE desires and you have the proper paper work and apostilles. In these cases almost every situation is different.

No your passport is NOT enough;

Pay Dr. Rada his fee or find another attorney. It is apparent you are not equipped to handle this matter.

"Credidi pretio parvo emere et magno vendere tibi in animo fuisse!" .

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