Though LGBT divorce is essentially the same as heterosexual divorce, there are sometimes more complicated situations involved in the former. For instance, same sex divorce may be complicated by a prior domestic partnership, or the possibility that one spouse might not be the legal parent of a child that the couple has raised together.
As Tacoma’s compassionate advocates for the last 30 years, we know you want legal counsel from someone who understands the legal issues involved in gay and lesbian divorces, as well as the legal concerns that may appear during divorce proceedings.
Beyond that, you also want someone who empathizes with the confusing, even heart-wrenching challenges these kinds of situations pose.
You'll feel the difference when you discuss your specific legal questions with one of our attorneys. Due to changes in the law, all Washington Domestic Partnerships have been converted to marriages as of June 2013. Marriage comes with certain legal benefits and burdens that must be thoroughly considered.
If you have questions regarding a same sex marriage, our LGBT family law experts would be happy to offer you a 30-minute consultation to discuss your particular issues.