Multi-State Same-Sex Divorce Lawyers
The legal landscape of America changed significantly in July 2015. The United States Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage in a landmark decision. Prior to this, each individual state had determined this issue on the state governmental level. Many states had already started to legalize same-sex marriage, including Illinois. Other states did not and provided other options such as domestic partnerships. The country has now been directed by the highest of our courts toward a unified stance toward marriage equality.
Providing Experienced Same-Sex Family Law Representation
If you have entered into a same-sex marriage, and the relationship breaks down, you may be left wondering how to dissolve your marriage and defend your rights at the same time.
Throughout the country, parties dissolving a same-sex marriage are entitled to the same protections and benefits as parties dissolving a traditional marriage. Dissolution of same-sex marriage can raise many issues, including:
- The division of property, including real estate, personal property, savings accounts, and more.
- The allocation of debt must also be considered between the parties.
- Maintenance such as temporary or permanent spousal support or alimony payments.
- Child support, including determining monthly payments and other ongoing expenses.
- Child custody and other parenting and visitation time issues.
Same-sex divorce or other family law issues are handled under the exact same laws and statutes as any other family law issue. However, there are still difficulties that a same-sex family could face, as there are still ongoing hurdles despite the Supreme Court’s decision. County and local government agencies could still refuse to recognize same-sex marriage or cause other unnecessary difficulties. That is why it is so important to have a compassionate and dedicated legal advocate on your side, who can enforce the law, what is right, and what is now your right in this country.
Need A Multi-State Same-Sex Divorce Attorney? Reach Out to Our Law Firm
If you are contemplating a same-sex divorce, call our attorneys at Stange Law Firm, PC today or contact us online. We provide legal counsel for all types of family law issues related to same-sex, gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender couples.
