New London Domestic Partnership Attorney
Offering Domestic Partnership Legal Services
Same-sex marriage is now legal in Connecticut. At the law office of Bruce A. Chamberlain, we recognize this important milestone in gay and lesbian rights. We also understand that some couples who choose not to formalize their relationship through marriage continue to need domestic partnership legal services.
Family law attorney Bruce Chamberlain represents couples in civil unions with domestic partnership legal needs. He offers more than 25 years of experienced experience in family law. Mr. Chamberlain is prepared to guide you through the legal process, while helping to preserve your legal rights. Contact our law firm today to schedule a consultation at our New London law office.
Domestic Partnership Agreements
Similar to prenuptial agreements, domestic partnership agreements are a proactive measure to help eliminate potential conflicts over a separation. Mr. Chamberlain develops comprehensive domestic partnership agreements to define child support obligations, while identifying which assets are considered separate property.
Mr. Chamberlain also reviews existing domestic partnership agreements to guide clients on the validity of their plans. At the law office of Bruce A. Chamberlain, we are committed to helping clients define their assets in an effort to protect themselves from a breakup.
Dissolution of Domestic Partnerships
Couples in domestic partnerships looking to dissolve their relationship face the same issues as divorcing couples. Attorney Chamberlain seeks to identify community property, such as:
- Vehicles
- Household furnishings
- Investments and stockholding
- Stocks and other investments
When appropriate, Mr. Chamberlain consults forensic accountants to determine the value of community assets. He seeks to understand how assets were handled during the domestic partnership, while advocating for an equitable distribution of joint assets and debts. Mr. Chamberlain works to obtain a prompt resolution for outstanding issues involving child custody or support concerns.
Contact Domestic Partnership Lawyer Chamberlain Today
Contact our law firm by e-mail or call 860-440-2846 for a confidential appointment. We are prepared to help set realistic expectations about tax benefits associated with domestic partnerships and the dissolution of domestic partnerships.
