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How marriage changes your legal status

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Marriage is a legally binding civil contract. Getting married gives rise to many far-reaching legal consequences. It changes your legal position and, to a certain extent, that of your children - even after death. Marriage changes your entitlements and obligations regarding:

Page updated: 25 June 2010

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