Advocating for the Rights of Individuals in Same Sex Unions
Knowledgeable LGBT Advice in Santa Rosa and Sonoma County, California
Staying up to date on the ever fluctuating laws related to same sex relationships and how they affect your life can be a task in and of itself. When you encounter challenging legal matters involved in a same sex relationship, you need a lawyer who understands that your issues are not the same as traditional marriages. You need honest and compassionate advice from an attorney who stays on top of recent changes in the law, and representation that is tailored to your specific situation.
At the Law Offices of Carla Boyd Terre, Carla prides herself on staying current with California law regulating same sex relationships, and being an assertive advocate for your rights. To discuss your family law case, contact attorney Carla Boy Terre online or call 707-575-7765.
Understanding the Legal Landscape of Same Sex Unions
Same sex couples face many additional challenges. The legal landscape in California as it pertains to same sex relationships has changed drastically in the last five years. In 2005, the legislature enacted laws that afford same sex couples that are registered with the State of California as domestic partners the same rights, responsibilities, and obligations, afforded to married couples. Then, in 2008, as a result of two very important California Supreme Court decisions and a controversial amendment to the California Constitution, same sex couples were given the right to marry for a limited period of time. This window created a group of 18,000 married same sex couples. Given these complex changes to the legal system in California, you may need an attorney to advise you regarding your rights and obligations in your same sex relationship.
Carla offers timely and informative advice on a number of family law issues, with a focus on the subtle differences involved in same sex unions. Her knowledge and passion for providing successful representation allows her to assist with a number of same sex relationship concerns, including:
- Property division
- Child support
- Child custody
- Visitation
- Spousal support
- Registered domestic partner support
- Adoptions
- Prejudices that same sex couples face in the legal system
While these issues may be quite similar in nature to those faced by clients in hetero-sexual relationships, same sex couples have different concerns. Carla is well aware of these differences and works diligently to ensure that your needs are addressed at each turn, and that your rights are protected. For comprehensive LGBT and same sex relationship assistance, contact attorney Carla Boyd Terre today to discuss your case.
