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Another Small Step Toward Florida Legal Recognition of Same-Sex Relationships

The Jacksonville Gay and Lesbian community knows first hand that the legal process moves slow. Florida was after all, the last state to rule that the ban of adoption by a gay or lesbian person is unconstitutional. So, every baby step when dealing with the everyday issues and recognition towards equality, is a step in the right direction.

This month the Wyoming Supreme Court has ruled the state’s courts have jurisdiction to grant the divorce of a same-sex couple who were legally married in Canada. There were, of course, limitations to their decision. However, every recognition of the status of same-sex couples (even when getting a divorce) helps.

To learn about ways that you can protect your Florida same-sex relationship, contact a Jacksonville LGBT attorney.

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