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Marriage between persons of the same sex is lawful in Massachusetts and provides the same expectations regarding the benefits and obligations of marriage under state law. However, anyone entering into a same sex marriage, or looking to obtain a divorce from a same sex spouse should be aware that the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) places Federal law in conflict with Massachusetts law in some situations.
Are you looking to find an attorney who can inform you of Massachusetts same sex marriage rights and laws? An experienced attorney at the KCL law firm can assist you in any inquiries you may have about your marital rights. Contact one of our Attorneys at KCL who is knowledgeable about the Massachusetts Law regarding Same Sex Marriages.
Same sex marriages may also entail legal issues such as:
- Pre-nuptial agreements
- Separation
- Divorce
- Asset division
- Spousal support
If there are children involved through adoption or surrogacy in a Massachusetts same sex relationship, a separation or divorce proceeding may also involve issues such as custody, visitation, support, health insurance and higher education. One of our experienced attorneys can inform you of your legal rights while assisting you in filing for a divorce from your same sex marriage spouse.
We also welcome inquiries from same-sex couples contemplating pre-nuptial agreements and from spouses in same-sex marriages who must seek representation due to a separation or divorce. Our family law attorneys have extensive experience dealing with these marital rights and obligations. We can also assist you with the unique estate planning problems faced by Massachusetts same sex marriages. If you are seeking a law firm that will pursue your rights in a timely and energetic manner, please do not hesitate to call us for a free consultation now.
Contact one of our experienced Massachusetts Attorneys at KCL about Massachusetts Same Sex Marriages today!
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