LGBT LEGAL ISSUES
Here are just a few of the areas in which we can assist you:
- Understanding the differences between Marriage and Registered Domestic Partnerships ("RDP")
- Creating pre and post marital or registration agreements
- Should we marry, or register?
- Do we have any legal protections if we do not marry or become RDPs?
Taxation Issues
1. Filing Federal and California Joint Tax returns for a married couple
2. How do Domestic Partners file their tax returns
3. Federal and California tax benefits
4. Adoption Credit
5. Property tax transfers to avoid tax reassessments
6. Estate and Gift tax issues on transfer to a Spouse or an RDP.
1. Do I need to, or can I, adopt my partner's child from a prior relationship?
2. If my partner and I have a child together, does one of us need to adopt the child?
3. Understanding different forms of legal adoptions from parentage actions, to second and step-parent adoptions.
Dissolution: At the present time, our office does not handle dissolution, however we can discuss basic issues with you and refer you to attorneys who handle exactly what you need.
1. I'm in an RDP, how do I terminate my relationship?
2. I've moved out of CA, can I terminate my relationship in the state I now reside in?
3. I'm an RDP and married, can I terminate both at the same time?
4. Where do I need to file to terminate my marriage or RDP?
5. Is there such a thing as a simple divorce or termination?
Transgender Issues: At the present time, our office does not handle transition matters, however we can discuss basic issues with you and refer you to attorneys who handle exactly what you need.
1. Where can I get information regarding my legal rights as I transition?
2. Can I be fired from my job
3. I was married prior to transitioning, am I still married?