In this political climate, the most vulnerable among us need to ensure we have all available legal protections in place for ourselves and our families. While marriage equality is the law of the land, there are many who are attempting to chip away at those hard-won rights, sometimes by discriminating under the guise of expressing religious beliefs. And let’s not forget, marriage is not a silver bullet that solves all problems for all LGBTQ people.
Why you need a confirmatory adoptions, even if you are married and listed on the birth certificate - that may not be enough, by itself, to guarantee your parental rights in every jurisdiction, especially in the event of an unexpected breakup or early death down the road.
Florida courts grant name and gender marker changes for adults and minors which will expedite obtaining correct identification from both the federal and state government including birth certificates, driver's licenses, school IDs).
Before racing to the altar, it is important to understand that the law can be treacherous. There are defaults upon divorce, disability and death which might not be what you intend. If you are considering marriage, remember this: just because you can get married does not mean you should.
