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Divorce Question — domestic partnership property rights

Started by desperate_student_WA · Feb 18, 2026 · 860 views · 13 replies
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desperate_student_WA OP

I'm in a difficult situation and trying to figure out my next steps.

domestic partnership property rights. I've been dealing with this for about 10 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already consulted briefly with a lawyer but the other party is not cooperating.

Should I hire a lawyer for this or try to handle it myself?

FR
FamilyLaw_Rachel Attorney

I practice in this area. Here's my take on the legal issues.

There are several legal theories that could apply here. The strongest is probably the relevant statute, which requires showing actionable.

Before taking legal action, consider sending a formal demand letter. In many cases, this alone resolves the issue.

CA
CorpCounsel_Amy

Been there. Here's what I learned.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

TF
TechStartup_Founder

I went through almost the exact same thing.

What worked for me was filing with the appropriate government agency. It took 4-8 months but was worth it.

HC
HRManager_Chicago

Been there. Here's what I learned.

In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.

PJ
Paralegal_Jen

I went through almost the exact same thing.

What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.

CT
CryptoTrader_2023

Been there. Here's what I learned.

In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.

EA
EstatePlanner_AZ

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

What worked for me was escalating to a supervisor/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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DevOps_Seattle

I went through almost the exact same thing.

What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.

SM
SeniorDevMike_PDX

Been there. Here's what I learned.

What worked for me was escalating to a supervisor/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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CorpCounsel_Amy

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

JC
just_curious_creator_legal

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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LandlordTom_TX

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

FH
frustrated_homeowner_NY

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

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