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GRETNA GREEN MARRIAGE

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A marriage celebrated at Gretna, in Dumfries, (bordering on the county of Cumberland,) in Scotland. By the law of Scotland a valid marriage may be contracted by consent alone, without any other formality. When the marriage act (26 Geo. II. c. 33) rendered the publication of banns, or a license, necessary in England, It became usual for persons who wished to marry clandestinely … [Read more...]

GRAVATIO

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In old English law. An accusation or impeachment. Leg. Ethel, c 19. … [Read more...]

GRANTOR RETAINED INCOME TRUST

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These are irrevocable trusts whose purpose is to save on estate tax. During the life of the trust, you may keep income from trust property or use of the property. When the trust ends, the property is distributed to the named final beneficiaries. These are usually created by wealthy people who are not afraid to part with significant assets. Primary trust types include: (i) … [Read more...]

GRAVE

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A sepulcher. A place where a dead body is interred. … [Read more...]

GRANTZ

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In old English law. Noblemen or grandees. Jacob. … [Read more...]

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