Although this article, “How to Approximate Marriage Rights,” from the Orlando Sentinel was specifically written for same-sex couples in response to the Amendment 2 ban on same-sex marriage, this article is equally important to unmarried heterosexual couples.
By implementing a number of legal documents, a couple can come close to the same legal rights as marriage without being married.
Documents to achieve this goal are: a will, a living will, durable power of attorney, real property deed, healthcare surrogate/healthcare power of attorney, domestic partnership agreement, co-parenting agreement, and a designation of funeral arrangements.
Of course, each of the above-listed documents carries pros and cons. Before you decide to sign any of these documents, please consult contact my office to schedule an appointment so we can achieve your goals while minimizing your risk.
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