Colorado Springs
Domestic Partnership
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Domestic Partnership Attorney
Before you enter into a domestic partnership in Colorado, it is imperative that you understand what a domestic partnership is and what it is not. If you and your intended partner are living together and wish to be recognized legally as domestic partners, you will have to go through a registration process to make your domestic partnership official.
In Colorado, domestic partnerships are also called “civil unions” and can take place between two consenting cohabitating partners (regardless of sex or gender). Individuals consenting to a legal domestic partnership are confirming that they are mutually committed to living together within a caring relationship.
Our Lawyers Understand Family Law
The domestic partnership lawyers at Johnson Law Group are dedicated to helping couples in domestic partnerships understand their rights, protect their union, and navigate legal matters. Our lawyers have a thorough understanding of family law and are experienced in advocating for couples in all stages of domestic partnership.
We understand the complexity and nuance of domestic partnerships and how they differ from traditional marriages, and we can provide unique solutions to issues that arise in these partnerships. If you are in a domestic partnership and need legal assistance, we have qualified attorneys here in our Colorado Springs office who can provide sound advice and support on the matter.
Colorado Springs
Domestic Partnership
Lawyer
Domestic Partnership Attorney
Before you enter into a domestic partnership in Colorado, it is imperative that you understand what a domestic partnership is and what it is not. If you and your intended partner are living together and wish to be recognized legally as domestic partners, you will have to go through a registration process to make your domestic partnership official.
In Colorado, domestic partnerships are also called “civil unions” and can take place between two consenting cohabitating partners (regardless of sex or gender). Individuals consenting to a legal domestic partnership are confirming that they are mutually committed to living together within a caring relationship.
Our Lawyers Understand Family Law
The domestic partnership lawyers at Johnson Law Group are dedicated to helping couples in domestic partnerships understand their rights, protect their union, and navigate legal matters. Our lawyers have a thorough understanding of family law and are experienced in advocating for couples in all stages of domestic partnership.
We understand the complexity and nuance of domestic partnerships and how they differ from traditional marriages, and we can provide unique solutions to issues that arise in these partnerships. If you are in a domestic partnership and need legal assistance, we have qualified attorneys here in our Colorado Springs office who can provide sound advice and support on the matter.
frequently asked questions domestic partnership
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How Do I Prove a Domestic Partnership in Colorado?The only way to validate a legal domestic partnership in Colorado is to have both parties sign an affidavit swearing that they both consent to the partnership. The affidavit is specifically intended to prove you and your domestic partner intend to remain committed to one another and mutually vow to care for and provide support for one another.
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Does Colorado Recognize Domestic Partnerships?Yes, domestic partnerships are legally recognized in the state of Colorado. Once both parties have gone through the process of officially registering the partnership, they are eligible to take advantage of the benefits of official recognition for applicable insurance and tax purposes. To learn more, please feel free to speak to a domestic partnership attorney from our team about having a free consultation.
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How Is a Domestic Partnership Different From a Marriage?Domestic partnerships and marriages have several major differences. Unlike marriage, domestic partnerships are not recognized in all 50 states. This means that individuals in domestic partnerships may face obstacles that married couples do not once they cross state lines. For example, domestic partners are not guaranteed universal acceptance under their partner’s medical insurance and are not guaranteed automatic inheritance of assets or death benefits if their partner should die.
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Is a Domestic Partner the Same as a Common law Spouse?Colorado is one of 11 states that recognize common law marriages and domestic partnerships. The two terms are often used interchangeably, but they are legally not the same. The process for qualifying for a domestic partnership also differs from qualifying for a common law marriage. Domestic partners need to register to be legally recognized in the state, but common law spouses do not need documentation to be legally recognized. Common law marriages also afford couples more benefits than domestic partnerships, including tax exemptions and social security benefits.
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Are Domestic Partnerships in Colorado Recognized Nationwide?The short answer is, “No.” Domestic partnerships are only recognized in a handful of states, so once a couple in a domestic partnership leaves their state, there are no guarantees that they can share benefits or engage in civil matters the way they are able to do in their respective state of legal recognition.
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