Same-Sex Couples: Divorce, Adoption, Partnerships
Law Office of Barbara J. Strauss — Goshen, New York
Does New York State law allow same-sex couples to adopt? Are GLBT partners subject to the same property division rules as heterosexual married couples? What are the legal issues that same-sex couples should consider before making decisions about assisted reproductive technologies?
Although the majority of our practice involves "traditional" families — our firm is experienced with resolving the issues that affect same-sex couples.
For answers to your questions, dignified legal solutions and an experienced lawyer — call or contact Barbara J. Strauss today.
Even though the state of New York does not yet allow same-sex couples to marry— “non-nuclear families” can experience the same legal issues and needs that “nuclear families” experience, as well.
At the Law Office of Barbara J. Strauss, we represent same-sex couples throughout Orange County and the surrounding areas of New York and help them to resolve a wide variety of issues, including:
- Partnership agreements/contracts
- Adoption
- Assisted reproductive technologies
- Division of assets and debts
- Child custody and visitation
- Domestic violence
Changes in the Law
Although New York has not adopted laws permitting legal marriage or civil unions for same-sex couples — twelve other states and the District of Columbia have laws on the books that address these issues in some way, shape or form.
New York Governor David Patterson has just signed a bill that does recognize the rights of same-sex partners living in New York that were legally married in another jurisdiction. As such, these couples will have the same legal rights as other married couples.
We will update this page as more changes occur in the law.
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