If you’re like many people, there’s a lot you don’t know about LGBTQ divorce. Is it the same as every other divorce, or are there nuances that make it different (or that would make your case harder)?
These are five things you need to know about LGBTQ divorce – but if you have more questions, or if you need to file, call us right away at 209-546-6870 to schedule a consultation with an experienced LGBTQ divorce attorney in Stockton.
In the majority of cases, LGBTQ divorce is just like every other divorce. However, there are some things that can make it more complicated (again, like all other divorces), including issues like alimony, child custody, and the division of business assets. Here are five things you need to know about LGBTQ divorce:
Let’s take a deeper look at each of these.
Depending on the circumstances of your marriage, one of you may be entitled to receive spousal support. You or your spouse can ask the court to grant it, and it’s up to the judge in your case to decide – unless, of course, you work together to reach a fair amount that the judge agrees to. The courts decide how much spousal support changes hands based on several factors, including:
Related: Alimony in California after a long-term marriage
If you own a business that you need to divide during your divorce, it’s probably in your best interest to work with a professional to value it accurately. The form of the business you own – whether it’s a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation – has an effect on how it’s divided. For example, a sole proprietorship is divisible when you divorce, but other types of companies are more nuanced and probably require professional help.
Traditionally, California courts have ruled that spousal support lasts for about half the length of a marriage if the marriage lasted less than 10 years. Unfortunately, though, current California residents who were together for a long time but couldn’t marry in their own state – like Texas, for example, until 2015 – have been married for far less than 10 years but together for longer.
In cases like these, it’s often best to work with a divorce mediator who can help you.
Related: What is divorce mediation?
If you have a child who was born before you were legally married to your spouse, you probably need to establish parentage (if you haven’t already done so). This is necessary if you’re going to work out custody and child support, and it’s something you’ll have to talk to your Stockton divorce attorney about if you’re a divorcing parent – particularly if you’re not biologically related to your child.
Related: What is parentage in California?
When you and your spouse are splitting up, it’s rough – but we can help you through the legal side of it. Call us right away at 209-546-6870 to schedule a consultation with an attorney, whether you’re just thinking about divorce, you’re completely ready to file, or your spouse has already filed. We may be able to help you get the best possible outcome.
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