New Hampshire Gay Divorce Lawyer (Same-Sex Dissolution Attorney)
New Hampshire enacted a bill to allow civil unions in 2008. A civil union between same-sex partners may also end in dissolution. Parties involved in a civil union must go through the same process as heterosexual couples, including property division, custody and visitation and discovery.
New Hampshire Gay Divorce Residency Requirements
All states have residency requirements for dissolution of marriage and New Hampshire is no exception. Both parties must be domiciled in the state at the time of the dissolution, or the plaintiff has to be domiciled in New Hampshire when the defendant was served. If the plaintiff was domiciled in New Hampshire for at least a year prior to the filing of the dissolution, the plaintiff may also file for divorce.
Your Rights to a New Hampshire Same Sex Divorce
Because gay marriages are new, you may not realize that you have rights. Your rights are the same as a straight couple going through divorce. A New Hampshire gay divorce lawyer will advise you of your rights.
You are entitled to equitable property split, equitable personalty division, equitable liability distribution, you may be eligible for alimony, and, if children are involved, custody and visitation rights.
If you have a “special equity” in property, you may be entitled to an unequitable split in the property. Tell your New Hampshire gay divorce lawyer if you think you are entitled to special equity in property. Special equity may result in an uneven distribution of your property if the property is considered non-marital or if you put more money into the property than your partner did. On the other end of the stick, your partner may think he or she is entitled to special equity and we will ensure that any awards are valid.
If you cannot come to a settlement before trial, your attorney will argue for a fair property division and custody and visitation schedule. Child custody and visitation may come with additional hurdles if the child is a product of a previous marriage for one of the partners. Our family law attorneys will ensure that your rights regarding all issues are represented and upheld.
New Hampshire Gay Divorce Lawyer Discovery
Just like a heterosexual couple, you and your partner must provide disclosure of all finances. You must file a financial affidavit and provide documentation for all financial transactions, including retirement accounts, bank accounts, the purchase of real estate, the purchase of vehicles and your debt. A New Hampshire gay divorce lawyer will help you with the discovery process and ensure that your partner also provides the required financial disclosures.
Hiring a Gay Divorce Lawyer in New Hampshire
Dissolution of marriage or a partnership is stressful enough, without having to worry about the opinions of an attorney. We are sensitive to our client’s personal situation, while at the same time, we ensure that your rights are protected. Our attorneys are experienced in all facets of family law, including the dissolution of a civil union and some of the additional problems that present in a civil union, such as child custody and visitation issues.
Fill out the form on this page to receive a free and confidential phone consultation with an experienced New Hampshire gay divorce lawyer for your family law issues, including domestic violence and dissolution issues.
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