Marriage has always been governed by state law, and it is only in very recent history that select states began revising their definitions of marriage to acknowledge the rights of all couples to be married.
Same-sex spouses often face unique and complex legal issues in the event of divorce or death, and their legal rights are unfortunately still not always secure. Some of these challenges can be avoided or minimized with careful and strategic planning.
About Swier Law Firm's Family Law Practice Group
Swier Law Firm's Family Law Practice Group has been nationally recognized and handles the following types of cases:
Take a look at our valuable books and articles. Our materials are full of tips and advice. Each book was written by our experienced divorce and custody attorneys and provides detailed South Dakota-specific information designed to help anyone facing a divorce or custody case. You can request your free copy by clicking on the book covers below.
