Same Sex Family Law Attorneys
The field of family law regarding same sex relationships is rapidly evolving. Schapiro-Thorn practices extensively in this area of the law. We facilitate domestic partnership agreements, prenuptial agreements between same sex partners, represent clients in the dissolution of domestic partnerships and same sex marriages, and provide additional services regarding same sex relationships.
Our firm can:
- Draft a domestic partnership agreement
- Review a proposed domestic partnership agreement
- Represent you in the dissolution of a domestic partnership
- Advise and provide services in the area of second parent adoptions
- Advise you regarding same sex marriage
Call (415) 431-5772 or send us an e-mail to arrange for a consultation.
Dissolution of Domestic Partnerships/Same Sex Marriages
In general, dissolution of domestic partnerships/same sex marriages presents the same issues that a divorce does. Community property must be identified and divided, the issue of partner support (alimony) must be resolved and the domestic partnership must be legally dissolved by the court.
Schapiro-Thorn can represent you throughout the domestic partnership/same sex dissolution process. Our goal will be to protect your rights and help you make a successful transition to the next stage of your life.
Second Parent Adoptions
Should a domestic partnership be dissolved, a partner who does not share in the legal custody of a child may not be entitled to visitation rights with the child. To avoid this possibility, you may wish to consider a second parent adoption. Schapiro-Thorn can explain the law and discuss any potential obstacles to such an adoption. If you wish to go ahead, we can perform all actions necessary to achieve the adoption.
Same Sex Marriage
In May 2008, the California Supreme Court issued a ruling that legitimized same sex marriage. This ruling raised numerous legal issues that are yet to be resolved; particularly regarding the validity of California same sex marriages in other states. The impending Proposition 8 referendum on the November 2008 ballot raises additional uncertainties regarding the ultimate fate of same sex marriage in California.
Schapiro-Thorn firm can explain the current state of the law regarding same sex marriage. Though we cannot predict the eventual outcome, we can advise you of your rights regarding same sex marriage.
Contact a Lawyer
For a consultation with Schapiro • Thorn • Inc., call (415) 431-5772 or send us an e-mail.
Our firm represents clients in San Francisco, the Bay Area, Northern California and other locations across the United States and around the world when their family law matter brings them to California.
