Experienced Lawyer Handles Same-Sex Divorces in Maryland

For gay and lesbian couples who want to dissolve a marriage

In Maryland, same-sex couples have had the right to marry since Jan. 1, 2013. And even before Maryland began granting marriage licenses to gay couples, the Court of Appeals had ruled that the state would allow same-sex couples who were legally married in other states to divorce in Maryland. Divorce and other legal issues relating to LGBT families require an experienced attorney who understands the needs of her clients. With more than 35 years representing all types of families, the Law Offices of Ellen L. Lee is prepared to handle your case.

Issues facing your same-sex divorce

Ever since Maryland recognized same-sex marriage, lesbian and gay couples have been treated the same as everyone else under Maryland’s divorce laws. You must meet the same residency requirements: If the grounds for divorce occurred in Maryland, at least one spouse must currently live in Maryland, and if the grounds for divorce occurred out of state, at least one spouse must have been living in state for at least the past12 months. Gay divorce in state resolves the same legal issues, such as distribution of marital property, spousal support, child support, child custody and visitation.

Maryland law does not, however, govern the distribution of federal employee benefits, such as pensions and retirement accounts. Until the federal government fully recognizes gay marriage, the distribution of marital assets in a divorce will be complicated when one or both of the spouses are employees or retirees of the federal government. At the Law Offices of Ellen L. Lee, we know how to help LGBT clients navigate these and other obstacles.

Talk to a compassionate attorney today

If you and your partner are seeking a divorce in Maryland or need help with some other gay- and lesbian-specific family law issue, call the Law Offices of Ellen L. Lee today at 301-417-5351 or contact us online.