Русско-англо-русский юридический словарь

Many people believe that living with a partner for several years entitles them to the same rights as marriage. But as Clare Dyer reports, there is no such thing as a 'common-law wife'. (The Guardian)

Although the terms common-law wife or husband are frequently used to describe a couple who live together, these relationships do not have legal recognition. (citizensadvice.org.uk)