Divorce

Same-Sex Marriage, Domestic Partnership & Divorce

In the LGBT community, the divorce process can be particularly complex because of the many twists and turns lesbian and gay couples have experienced on the road to marriage equality, which has resulted in a variety of different (and often overlapping) legal statuses including marriages, civil unions and domestic partnerships. Even experienced family law attorneys often are confused about the continued relevance of California domestic partnerships, which types of legal relationships can and cannot be dissolved in California, what rights flow from a domestic partnership without a concurrent marriage, etc.

Even after the United States Supreme Court decision in Obergefell, it remains essential for same-sex couples in need of legal services related to the dissolution of their marriages and/or domestic partnerships to make sure their attorneys have the up-to-date and comprehensive understanding of same-sex family law needed to meet their legal needs.

The end of a marriage or domestic partnership is often a complex and difficult process, especially when there are children involved. There are a range of options available for handling a divorce — mediation, collaboration, or litigation. Each has its strengths and weaknesses, and each is appropriate in certain cases and inappropriate in others. At The Wald Law Group, we work closely with our clients to determine whether they are best suited for mediation, collaboration or litigation.

Divorcing couples may encounter challenges related to money and division of property, related to the custody of their children, or both. Addressing these challenges often involves very different skill sets. The best attorney to help with spousal support or asset division may not be the best attorney to help obtain custody orders that will best meet your children’s needs. The Wald Law Group is committed to making sure you are matched with the best attorney – or the best team of attorneys – to assure that all angles of your divorce receive the attention they deserve.

For more information about how we can help you resolve a Divorce, Dissolution, Contested Parentage Action, or Custody Dispute please contact us at info@waldlaw.net or call 415-648-3097.

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