LGBTQ+ divorces often come with extra layers of complexity the law doesn’t fully account for. Maybe your relationship began long before marriage equality. Maybe you’re dealing with a non-traditional parenting arrangement, shared property without a clear title, or a family dynamic the courts don’t see every day.
At Brandi Wolfe Law, we help LGBTQ+ clients navigate divorce, custody, and property disputes with both strength and understanding. You deserve legal support that sees your whole story—not just the paperwork.
What Makes LGBTQ+ Divorce Different?
The legal system is still catching up to real life. LGBTQ+ divorces can involve unique legal and emotional challenges, like:
- Parental rights when one parent isn’t biologically or legally tied to the child
- Property acquired before marriage but during the relationship
- Disagreements about shared debt or finances handled informally
- Past name or gender marker changes that complicate documentation
- Bias from opposing counsel or judges who don’t fully understand LGBTQ+ families
These are not things you should have to explain or justify to your lawyer. We’re already on the same page.
Protecting Parenthood and Custody Rights
Custody can get especially complicated when both parents haven’t been legally recognized. We work with clients to protect parenting time, decision-making rights, and the emotional bonds that existed long before the court stepped in.
If custody is on the table, we encourage you to read about our approach to Child Custody cases in Texas.
Dividing Property Without Losing What Matters
You might have built a life together well before your marriage was legally recognized. That can make it harder to draw a line between separate and community property. We help clients build a strong financial narrative that reflects the truth—not just the date on a marriage certificate.
We also help with:
- Untangling joint bank accounts, credit cards, and real estate
- Evaluating major assets like retirement accounts or businesses
- Handling property that was shared before it was “legal” to do so
For more on how we handle complex financial separations, visit our Property Division page.
You Deserve a Legal Strategy That Fits You
At Brandi Wolfe Law, we don’t make assumptions about family structure, gender roles, or who should “get the kids.” We build a strategy around your actual life and fight to make sure the outcome reflects that.
You’ve already had to fight to have your relationship recognized. Let us help you protect your future without having to explain who you are at every turn.
Talk to Brandi for Free
If you’re ending a same-sex marriage, separating from a partner you co-parented with, or just need help sorting through legal uncertainty, we’re here to help. There’s no cost for the first meeting.
Call (210) 571-0400 or schedule a free LGBTQ+ divorce consultation. We typically respond within one business hour.