Same-Sex Legal Issues in Seattle

The State of Washington Domestic Relationship Partnership Registration program allows same-sex and unmarried couples who register as couples the same rights as those traditionally reserved for married couples. The only exception is that same sex couples are not allowed to marry. However, registration does not create contractual obligations between a couple. The solution is a cohabitation agreement.

This agreement governs the division of property in the event of a breakup or other matters and can be handled by one of the experienced attorneys at Engel Law Group. This field of law practice is one that is still growing and changing, but our attorneys and support personnel work to remain updated of new developments and rulings handed down by local, state and federal courts. We feel that by being informed, we’re able to provide you with expert legal advice that’s designed to protect you and your best interests.

Relationship Rights for Same-Sex Couples

Washington State law states that registered same-sex couples have the same rights as opposite-sex couples. This includes hospital visitation, health care decisions and organ donations. Claiming pension benefits and social security benefits through a partner have also occurred in some cases. The changes in the law, and society, have opened up a variety of legal avenues for same-sex couples.

Engel Law Group has a great degree of experience in the area of same-sex couples and their rights. Our goal is to work with you and your partner to ensure that ever eventuality is covered and taken care of in the legal sense. We’ll meet with you and provide advice and counsel, along with making sure the right documentation and forms are completed correctly and filed with the right government office or department.

For more information, contact the experts at Engel Law Group.