Before the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage throughout the country, the patchwork of existing state laws made dissolving a union even more difficult than actually getting married, in some situations. Fortunately, the normalization of these relationships has made getting a divorce much easier and more predictable. In fact, in all but a few situations they don't differ significantly from those undertaken by heterosexual couples.

According to Don Roberts Law Offices, a divorce attorney based in Columbus, OH, divorce law is intended to protect a variety of legal rights, including everything from property division to child custody and visitation. Many same-sex couples wonder whether they will be eligible for spousal support after a divorce, or if they'll be entitled to a fair share of the marital assets after a divorce. Fortunately, the law now makes no distinction between same-sex couples and other marriages in this regard, so you'll have the same rights regardless of your sexual orientation.

One area which may be somewhat more complicated for same-sex couples may also be one of the most important for many divorcing couples – child custody arrangements. Different courts in different areas may treat this issue differently, especially if you adopted or used a surrogate to conceive; it's almost always in your best interest to reach an agreement between both parties. If emotions are running high, a skilled divorce attorney can help negotiate an arrangement that would be acceptable to both.

For many years, Don Roberts Law Offices has been providing high-quality legal advice to divorcing couples, providing the legal advice to guide you through this difficult time. Visit their website to learn more, or schedule a consultation with a divorce attorney by calling (614) 777-4500 today.

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