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What states maintain a domestic partnership registry in the south?
Although no southern states offer a statewide domestic partnership registry, several cities and counties offer local registries in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Arkansas, etc. See related questions below for details.
Can you get married if you already have a domestic partnership?
If you want to marry your existing domestic partner, then you may do so. If you are a same-sex couple, however, you will have to marry in a state that permits same-sex marriage. If your existing domestic partnership ("DP") is a state-registered comprehensive domestic partnership, then you cannot marry in a state that offers state-registered comprehensive DPs. You also cannot marry in a state that permits same-sex marriage, since these recognize your DP as an existing marriage. If your existing DP was state-registered in Wisconsin, then it does not prevent you from marrying in another state. If you are a same-sex couple, however, you will have to marry in a state that permits same-sex marriage. If your existing DP is a municipal- or county-registered DP, then it does not prevent you from marrying someone else. If you are a same-sex couple, however, you will have to marry in a state that permits same-sex marriage.
What happens to existing domestic partnerships when marriage equality is enacted?
This will depend on the laws of the various states. Some will probably declare those partnerships to be unions unless the partners object; others will declare them to be void after a period of time unless "converted" to marriages; still others may continue to offer both domestic partnerships and marriages.
Does a partnership have perpetual succession?
No, typically partnerships do not have perpetual succession. The partnership dissolves upon the death, withdrawal, or bankruptcy of a partner unless otherwise specified in the partnership agreement.
How do general partnerships limited partnership and limited liability partnership differ?
All of the partners in a general partnership are fully liable for all debts and obligations of the partnership. In a limited partnership, there is always one or more general partners and one or more limited partners. The general partner(s) in a limited partnership, like the partners in a general partnership, are fully liable for all debts and obligations of the partnership. The limited partners, on the other hand, are not liable for any debts or obligations of the partnership beyond the amount that they have contributed or committed to contribute to the partnership. In other words, limited partners can lose their entire investment in the partnership but a creditor of the partnership cannot go after the other assets of the limited partners. A limited liability partnership (LLP) is created by state statute, as is the limited partnership, but compared to the limited partnership statutes, there is much more variation in LLPs from state to state. That makes any general description potentially wrong, based on the law of the specific state in which the LLP is operating. Generally, all or some of the partners in an LLP have some degree of limited liability protection. The partners usually have to be members of a licensed profession such as CPAs, attorneys or engineers.
Is there paperwork to be completed if you are in a domestic partnership?
In some places, you must complete an affidavit of domestic partnership and notarize it in order to register your partnership.
Does Boston still register domestic partnerships even after same-sex marriage was legalized in Massachusetts?
Yes. You can still register a domestic partnership at Boston City Hall.
Where does one register a domestic partnership?
You should inquire at your town clerk's office. AND you must live in a jurisdiction which recognizes such a legal partnership between two persons.
What is the procedure for dissolving a registered domestic partnership in Brewster Massachusetts?
Files termination statement with Town Clerk.Six-month waiting period before you can register a new partnership.
What do you need to register a domestic partnership?
Laws vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. In general, you need to appear in person with id, money for fee, and a domestic partner with id.
If denied a domestic partnership can you marry?
That depends on the reason why domestic partnership was denied. Many requirements for domestic partnership do not apply to legal marriage; for example, you must live together to register as domestic partners, but you are not required to live with your legal spouse. Some domestic partnership registries require that you be a government employee whereas there is no such requirement for marriage. If the reason domestic partnership was not possible is related to geography, employment or residency, then these barriers will not prevent you from marrying. You may, however, need to travel to another state to marry and your home state may not recognize that marriage.
What happens when a domestic partnership ends?
For city-regitered DPs, you sign a paper and it's over. Usually there is a waiting period before you can register a new prtnership. For CA, NV, OR and WA state-registered domestic partnership, termination may be similar to a divorce.
Where do you get the domestic partner affidavit in Sacramento?
In Sacramento, you can register your domestic partnership at the Office of the City Clerk, 915 I Street, Historic City Hall, 1st Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814.
What is a domestic partnership affidavit?
It is a sworn written statement that one's relationship constitutes a domestic partnership. It is sometimes required to obtain DP benefits from an employer that offers them in jurisdictions where there is no DP registry. A similar document is often required to register a DP where such governmental regstry is available.
Do you have to register a domestic partnership in Pennsylvania?
As of February 2014, the state of Pennsylvania does not recognize domestic partnerships. However, three cities and a borough do: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg and the Borough of State College. All three of these registries are voluntary and no one has to register if they don't want to.
How do you register a domestic partnership in California?
A domestic partnership is established when persons meeting the criteria specified by California Family Code section 297file either a Declaration of Domestic Partnership (Form NP/SF DP-1) or a Confidential Declaration of Domestic Partnership (Form NP/SF DP-1A) with the California Secretary of State. A copy of the declaration and a Certificate of Registration of Domestic Partnership will be returned to the partners after the declaration is filed.
Are you considered domestic partners if you have lived together for only two weeks?
The length of time of cohabitation is not important, unless it is a requirement for registering your domestic partnership. The thing that makes a domestic partnership legal is registering it, not the length of time spent together. Most domestic partner registries would permit a couple to register on the same day they move in together.
