Making It Legal: A Guide to Same-Sex Marriage, Domestic Partnerships & Civil Unions

Marriage equality is here to stay: Understand the benefits and complications

Full legal marriage is now available in all U.S. states. But there are still many questions that same-sex couples should discuss before walking down the aisle. Learn about:

• adoption and legal parentage rules
• your state’s laws about same-sex domestic partnerships and civil unions
• whether your registration will be recognized if you move to another state
• the federal tax implications of getting married or registered
• how marriage will affect your family if you have children, and
• responsibility for your partner’s debts if you’re married.