Because the California Family Code now applies to all registered domestic partnerships, a legal proceeding to terminate a domestic partnership is now required. This proceeding is similar to that required for dissolving a marriage, and the same issues as those in any marriage exist with domestic partnership terminations.

The attorneys at Hargreaves & Taylor are experienced in the various issues relating to Domestic Partnerships, whether or not the parties have registered. When parties are not registered, a party may acquire legal rights or obligations under civil contract law theories.