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Southern California Domestic Partnership Dissolution Lawyers

Last updated on March 16, 2026

Domestic partnerships in California may end for the same reasons as a marriage. And as registered partners, you have many of the same rights and responsibilities as spouses, including property division, partner support and child custody. If you are seeking a domestic partnership dissolution, working with an experienced Southern California family law attorney can help protect your rights.

At the Law Offices of Tecla M. Lunak, APC, we have been serving Palm Desert and Southern California since 2015, representing people in domestic partnership dissolution and divorce. Attorney Tecla M. Lunak, the principal and owner of the firm, together with other team members, brings over 40 years of legal experience in family matters.

Understanding Domestic Partnership In California

A domestic partnership is a legally recognized relationship between two adults who share a life but are not married. Under California law, you must meet the following requirements to register as domestic partners:

  • Both of you must be sharing a common residence
  • Neither of you should be married to someone else or in another Domestic Partnership
  • You must not be closely related by blood
  • You must be at least 18 years old (with limited exceptions)
  • You must be able to consent to the partnership

There are two primary ways to dissolve a registered domestic partnership in California:

  • Summary dissolution
  • Standard dissolution (also called formal dissolution)

A summary dissolution is a faster and less expensive way to end the partnership without court involvement. Generally, may qualify if:

  • The partnership period is less than five years
  • You have no children together
  • Neither of you owns real estate
  • Neither of you seeks spousal support
  • You agree on how to split community property

On the other hand, a standard dissolution involves a formal court process. California’s community property, partner support and custody laws apply in this dissolution.

At the Law Offices of Tecla M. Lunak, APC, we understand that ending a partnership is a deeply personal transition. That is why, since 2015, we have built a reputation for personalized attention. Our divorce lawyer can advocate for your financial security and parental rights.

Schedule A Meeting With A Palm Desert Domestic Partnership Attorney

Need a domestic partnership dissolution in Southern California? At the Law Offices of Tecla M. Lunak, APC, we can help you terminate a domestic partnership in Palm Desert, the Coachella Valley and throughout Riverside County. Call 760-621-6113 or fill out the online form today to schedule a meeting.