Yes, a nonmarital cohabitation agreement can address the issue of pet ownership and specify the rights and responsibilities of each partner regarding pets in case of the termination of their relationship.
Yes, a nonmarital cohabitation agreement can address inheritance rights and establish the rights of each partner to inherit from the other’s estate in case of death.
Yes, a nonmarital cohabitation agreement (in some States) can provide evidence that the parties did not intend to create a common-law marriage, which can help protect their rights in case of dispute or termination of their relationship. California is not a common-law marriage state.
Yes, such a civil action is available, and a successful result is evidence based. Such an action is based on Causes of Action for: Breach of an oral contract Breach of an implied-in-fact agreement Fraud Constructive Trust Declaratory Relief, among others These types of actions are very complicated, and litigation grounded with proof problems, statute […]Continue reading
Yes, same-sex marriage has been legal in California since June 2013, following the Supreme Court decision in Hollingsworth v. Perry.
Yes, same-sex couples can legally change their last names after getting married, just like opposite-sex couples. The process for changing one’s name is the same for all married individuals in California.
Yes, same-sex married couples can file joint tax returns in California, enjoying the same tax benefits and obligations as opposite-sex married couples at the federal and state levels.
Yes, same-sex couples who are legally married in California are entitled to community property rights, which means that assets acquired during the marriage are generally considered community property and subject to equal division upon divorce or separation.
Yes, religious organizations are protected by the First Amendment and have the freedom to refuse to perform same-sex marriages based on their religious beliefs. However, same-sex couples have the right to find a religious organization that is willing to officiate their marriage.
Yes, same-sex marriages can be annulled in California under specific circumstances, such as fraud, incapacity, or incest. The legal grounds for annulment are the same for both same-sex and opposite-sex marriages.
