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Gay Marriage and Domestic Partnership Agreements

No matter if you are in a same-sex marriage or opposite sex marriage, it is extremely important to protect your rights, your partner's rights and the rights of your children. By speaking with a highly experienced Denver divorce attorney from our firm, you can ensure that your legal issues are skillfully handled and that your partnership, divorce, or marriage matters are fully and carefully resolved. It is extremely important to hire an attorney that is up-to-date on all new laws pertaining to same-sex marriage and domestic partnerships.

Domestic partnership agreements allow gay and lesbian couples to enter into a domestic union. Same sex marriage is not currently recognized in the state of Colorado. In 2011, however, the Colorado Civil Union Act was introduced. This bill allowed same-sex couples and heterosexual couples to enter into unions that are limited by the Colorado Constitution. Although all of the rights granted to opposite sex couples are not given to same-sex couples at this time, it is still extremely important to ensure that all of the rights granted a same sex union are understood and protected.

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Establishing a domestic partnership allows you to form a legal contract with your partner that establishes certain responsibilities and rights. If the partnership should end, it is imperative to have an agreement in place that will provide you and your partner with an equitable division of property, establish parental responsibility between both partners, and provide spousal maintenance for one partner where it is considered necessary. Domestic partnership agreements are also important for hospital visitation rights and parental rights.

Whether you are married or not, every couple has important issues to resolve before, during and even after the union. Putting those agreements in place can greatly benefit you and your family. At Feldmann Nagel, LLC, our attorneys are highly skilled in resolving all issues pertaining to domestic partnership and same sex marriages. Call us today so that your rights can be discussed.

Contact a Denver divorce attorney immediately if you are concerned about your rights involving a domestic partnership or marriage.