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Last Updated on: 23rd June 2025, 01:49 pm
NYC Same-Sex Divorce Lawyers
Same-Sex Marriage Laws
Same-sex marriage was legalized by the Supreme Court in 2015, and since then, the laws for same-sex marriage have been the same as those for opposite-sex marriage. You apply for a marriage license (a license to get married), have a civil or public ceremony, and then receive a marriage certificate. From there, your marriage takes on whatever shape you guide it toward with respect, love, and giving. Just like other types of marriage, same-sex marriage sometimes doesn’t work out. The divorce rate in the United States is extremely high overall, and just as many marriages fail as succeed.
The procedure for filing for a divorce in a same-sex marriage is essentially the same as that in a traditional marriage. One party files for divorce or a legal separation to start things off, and from there, the couple must decide what life after marriage will look like. Any time a marriage ends, it’s tough. Both parties face a challenging emotional and financial road. Divorces cost money, divorce lawyers cost money, and whenever you’re ending something as significant as a marriage, there’s going to be pain and some bumps along the way.
Same-Sex Divorce Specific Issues
Since same-sex marriage was only recently legalized, certain difficulties specific to same-sex couples may arise. For example, if children were adopted during the marriage or conceived in another way, establishing parenthood can be difficult for any non-biological parents. Moreover, spousal support and child support guidelines for same-sex couples may not be as clearly defined as they are for some heterosexual couples.
When a heterosexual couple has a baby together biologically, courts automatically identify both parents as such. They are presumed equal partners. When a same-sex couple conceives a child through artificial insemination, however, the non-biological parent may not always be viewed as an equal parent, especially in more conservative court systems. It can be a struggle to get custody, and it might be more of a struggle to secure a favorable child support agreement.
Our Commitment to You
We’re highly trained to move forward with any type of divorce: traditional, same-sex marriage, or other partnerships (such as domestic partnerships). With our years of experience and commitment to helping couples resolve their differences amicably, we are able to aggressively pursue your interests in your divorce, while also understanding the sensitive emotional issues that come with ending a long-term partnership.
If you are struggling with your same-sex divorce or encountering specific challenges unique to your situation, we will be here to help every step of the way. We have helped many couples work through same-sex divorces just as we help heterosexual couples. Our focus is on your interests, not your spouse’s. While we treat every person with respect and sensitivity, your interests remain our top priority.
Just as in heterosexual divorces, we will address each legal issue compassionately, with understanding and sensitivity. We believe in human respect first and foremost. We pass no judgment and want all of our clients to feel comfortable discussing even the most sensitive issues with our lawyers. Our team has decades of combined experience in the legal arena, and we approach each unique case on its own merits, free from outside judgments.