Same Sex Marriages and Divorce

Minnesota Divorce Lawyer

Any couple in a long-term relationship faces numerous challenges as they go through life. Regardless of sexual orientation, many types of life situations are common whether the couple is gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or heterosexual. In our modern time same sex couples also face issues that were not conceived of when many of the laws still on the books were established. This makes it vital that same sex couples have high quality legal representation to ensure each party's rights and interests are recognized and protected both as individuals and as a family. A Minnesota divorce attorney at our firm has the experience to assist you in planning for the future.

Divorce Attorney in Minnesota

A family law lawyer at our firm has extensive experience in helping couples resolve all types of legal issues. Some of the issues which may confront a same sex couple in Minnesota include:

Cohabitation Agreement - This agreement addresses issues such as asset division, income and liabilities in the event of a breakup.

Estate Planning - Ensures that your domestic partner has healthcare power of attorney in the event that you cannot speak for yourself due to injury or illness and that your partner will receive your assets upon your death.

Children - It is important that couples meet the legal requirements to establish and grow a family through adoption or surrogacy.

Parenting time and visitation rights - After a break up, custody and parenting time which are in the child's best interest must be worked out. Parenting agreements typically require negotiation.

Domestic abuse - In the event of domestic abuse you may need assistance to obtain a restraining order against your partner or an ex-partner.

Minnesota law does not provide a same sex couple with a clear cut answer regarding the relationship a non-biological parent may have with the children. In the event of a dispute, mediation can be very beneficial to the parents and the children involved in the breakup. In the event of a dispute which doesn't easily resolve the Minnesota mediation can be very useful. For example in the event of a financial dispute, by using impartial experts who provide an unbiased assessment or evaluation, the two parties can more easily reach an agreement. Whatever legal issues you face call Heimerl & Lammers to speak with an experienced divorce attorney who is ready to help.

Contact a Minnesota divorce attorney at our firm for advice and guidance in resolving any domestic partnership or same sex marriage legal matter.