Attorney for Domestic Partnerships in Portland, Oregon
In Oregon, the domestic partnership law affords gay and lesbian couples all of the rights and responsibilities of marriage granted by state law. However, domestic partnerships must be formalized to receive the benefits automatically accorded to married couples. If you are considering obtaining a domestic partnership in Oregon, protect yourself and your partner by consulting with an attorney first.
At the law offices of Suzanne J. Noland, we have been serving the diverse family law needs of Oregonians for 34 years. We have been strong advocates for the rights of families, whether traditional or nontraditional, and are committed to protecting the best interests of our clients. Contact us to learn more about our firm and how we can help you.
Components of a Domestic Partnership Agreement
Domestic partnership agreements can be complex. The presence of significant assets, children and ex-spouses complicate what could be a straightforward contract. Our firm makes sure that domestic partnership agreements are complete, dealing with all matters that may arise during the life of the agreement. We use our domestic partnership agreements to resolve questions related to:
- Hospital access during illness
- Paternity establishment
- Enforcement of parenting rights
- Powers of attorney and healthcare directives
- Adoption of children
- Division of property in the event of dissolution
- Health care benefits
Dissolution of a Domestic Partnership
The real test of a domestic partnership agreement is when the agreement is dissolved. A well-crafted agreement will define what happens in the event of dissolution, thus minimizing conflict and expense. However, if conflicts cannot be resolved, our lawyer has many years of experience advocating for clients during disputes related to the dissolution of a domestic partnership. If there are natural or adopted children, we make sure that any settlement agreement is in their best interests.
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If you are in a long-term same-sex relationship, consider formalizing it to protect yourself and your partner. Although domestic partnership is a new area for some family law attorneys, we have been helping gay and straight couples for many years. Contact us to consult with an experienced domestic partnership lawyer.
