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While it is not legally required, it is highly recommended that both partners have separate legal representation to ensure that their interests are protected, and that the agreement is fair.
Yes, a nonmarital cohabitation agreement can protect each partner from assuming the other’s debts by clarifying the responsibility for separate and shared debts.
Yes, a nonmarital cohabitation agreement can address the status, use and ownership of personal property and establish the rights and obligations of each partner regarding such property
Yes, a nonmarital cohabitation agreement can include provisions regarding healthcare decision-making, allowing partners to designate each other as healthcare agents or provide consent for medical treatment. In the event of the termination of the relationship, each party should revisit such decision-making provisions as part of unwinding their relationship.
Yes, same-sex couples can obtain a marriage license in any county in California, and the license is valid throughout the state. The process and requirements for obtaining a marriage license are the same for all couples, irrespective of sexual orientation.
Yes, California law allows victims of domestic violence to terminate a residential lease agreement early without penalty by providing proper notice and documentation to the landlord.
Yes, victims of domestic violence can apply for the Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) in California, which provides them with a substitute address to use for various official purposes, helping to keep their location confidential.
Yes, protective orders issued in California can be enforced across state lines through the Full Faith and Credit provision of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and under the CLETS process.
