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Same Sex couples can now register their relationship under the Civil Partnership Act of 2004. This is often known colloquially and in the press as Gay Marriage but is formally called a Civil Partnership.
We at Frearsons Family Law can offer advice and guidance for same-sex couples who have perhaps just exchanged vows, or are contemplating marriage in the future.
Knowing your rights and obligations beforehand is essential and we at Frearsons Family Law are here to help you understand every aspect of a civil partnership.
Phone us on: 01754 897600 or
Out-of-Hours: O7880 506601
Civil Partnership may not properly be described as marriage but it does provide all the same rights and duties as marriage. It has an effect on many things including:-
· tax, including inheritance tax
· employment Benefits
· most state and occupational pension benefits
· income related benefits, tax credits and child support
· duty to provide reasonable maintenance for your civil partners and any children of the family
· ability to apply for parental responsibility for your civil partner’s child
· inheritance of a tenancy agreement
· recognition under intestacy rules
· access to fatal accidents compensation
· protection from domestic violence
· recognition for immigration and nationality purposes
One of our Family Law solicitors will happily talk you through the process of a civil partnership during a meeting at our Skegness office. |
