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	Filing a Complaint to Divide Property and Debts of an Unmarried Couple This packet is intended to help you fill out and file the forms and papers that you need to start a case in a Washington State Superior Court to ask the court to divide property and debts you have acquired during a long term, stable, marriage-like relationship with a domestic partner. By: Northwest Justice Project


	Living Together Contracts - For Couples Who Cannot or Choose Not to Marry: Things to Consider When Living Together For couples in Washington who either cannot marry or choose not to marry, there are many things to consider regarding how to organize and document your relationship. By: Northwest Women's Law Center - Legal Information and Referral Line


	Questions and Answers Regarding Washington State's Registered Domestic Partnership Law Washington State recently passed a new law recognizing domestic partnerships. This law allows same-sex couples and some different-sex couples to register as domestic partners. By registering as domestic partners, you will gain some basic but important legal protections. If you are in a committed same-sex relationship, or a committed different-sex relationship where one of you is 62 years or older, you should learn about this new law and decide whether registering as domestic partners is right for you. By: Northwest Women's Law Center - Legal Information and Referral Line


	Washington Parenting Law for Unmarried Couples Who Are Separating This publication gives basic information about Washington State law that applies to parenting when unmarried couples separate. The following questions and answers give an overview of some common issues. By: Northwest Justice Project Other Formats: PDF File


	Washington Property Law for Unmarried Couples Who Are Separating This publication gives basic information about Washington State law that applies to the division of property and debts when unmarried couples separate. By: Northwest Justice Project Other Formats: PDF File


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