Civil Partnerships vs. Marriage

Committed same-sex couples can obtain a special package of rights when entering into a Civil Partnership. These rights are similar to the rights of opposite-sex couples for property, inheritance tax, social security and pension benefits.

In addition, civil partners are able to other rights such as parental responsibility for a partners children, tenancy rights, life insurance recognition and next-of-kin rights in hospitals. Special procedures similar to divorce have to be followed if the Civil Partnership breaks down.

The breakdown of a Civil Partnership brings with it all the issues that divorce does. As with all areas of Family Law, the lawyers at Sanders Witherspoon LLP take a pragmatic and supportive approach to every situation encountered.

Making a Will is important so that your money, property and other assets go to those people you choose after your death. It also allows your exact wishes to be carried out and those you have left behind to be treated with dignity.

If you don’t make a Will it is not always the case that your loved ones will inherit your wealth. Sometimes complications arise when civil partnerships break down and the final outcome may not be as you intended.

Sanders Witherspoon LLP offer an initial consultation for £150.00 plus VAT.  

For expert legal help and advice on Civil Partnerships contact a member of our Family Law Department.

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