Both marriages and domestic partnerships are legally recognized relationships entered into by a couple. However, a couple in a domestic partnership must be cohabitating (living together) and are not legally married via marriage certificate or civil ceremony contract. A common reason couples choose to enter into a domestic partnership is to be able to sign agreements about shared property. In this way, the contract can take effect in the same way as if the couple were legally married. Same-sex unions may also utilize a domestic partnership agreement.
In what ways can child custody be determined in divorce?
There are essentially five ways in which child custody can be determined during a divorce.
1. Child custody can be agreed upon by the parents on their own.
2. Child custody can be agreed upon with third party settlements.
3. Child custody can be decided during mediation between the parents.
4. Child custody may depend upon the outcome of a custody evaluation.
5. Child custody may be determined by a judge during trial.
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