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Estate Planning Law | Legacy July 8, 2014
Estate-Planning Attorney Lisa McDevitt Advises Planning for the Future in Same-Sex Union
Fairfax, VA (Law Firm Newswire) July 8, 2014 – On June 28, 1969, members of the gay community spontaneously rose up in protest against a police raid being conducted at the Stonewall Inn in New York City. The ensuing riot…
Employment Law | Legacy June 6, 2014
Not All States Protect LGBT Workers
Chicago, IL (Law Firm Newswire) June 6, 2014 – Every state protects workers from various forms of discrimination. However, not all states protect transgender, lesbian, gay or bisexual workers from discrimination (LGBT). “Every state in the Union prohibits discriminating against…
Family Law | Legacy | Legal News January 30, 2014
Virginia Department of Taxation Issues Guidance on Same-Sex Couple Returns
Fairfax, VA (Law Firm Newswire) January 30, 2014 – Legally married same-sex couples must file separate tax returns in Virginia. Virginia may be for lovers but, according to a recent decision by the Virginia Department of Taxation, “lovers” may not…
Elder Law | Estate Planning Law | Legacy August 30, 2013
Power Of Attorney Is A Critical Tool For LGBT Couples
White Plains, NY (Law Firm Newswire) August 30, 2013 – Partners in a committed, unmarried heterosexual or same-sex relationship may wish to consider what would happen the event that their partner becomes incapacitated and unable to communicate their wishes. When…
Family Law | Legacy August 27, 2013
Family Law Attorney Joshua Law Remarks On Bill to Ease Adoption By Same-Sex Couples
Brandon, FL (Law Firm Newswire) August 27, 2013 – Legislation intended to lower barriers to adoption by same-sex couples was recently reintroduced in the U.S. Congress. Many states have some kind of restriction or outright ban on adoption by same-sex…