The Benefits of Registering a Domestic Partnership in California

There are many benefits to registering as a domestic partnership in the state of California.

When you file as a domestic partnership, you will be granted certain legal rights that you otherwise could not enjoy. Those that do file will finally get to have coverage on their partner's health care plan, for example. You can also request family leave should your partner become ill, as well as make important medical decisions for your partner. In the worst of cases, should your partner become incapacitated for some reason, you could then request to be their appointed conservator.

In addition to health care benefits, you can also enjoy unemployment and rent control benefits as well. If your partner has children from a previous marriage or partnership, you can legally adopt their children. Should your partnership dissolve, you will also enjoy certain rights taken for granted by married couples. There is a simple form to complete that will dissolve your domestic partnership that is now available in the state.

If you have questions about domestic partnership, contact us to receive answers from a Los Angeles family lawyer who can shed insight.