Which of the following statements is true regarding the role of paralegals in cases involving same-sex marriages and alternative relationships such as civil unions and domestic partnerships?
A) Paralegals are only involved in cases involving same-sex relationships in states that have legally recognized same-sex marriage.
B) Paralegals usually do not work on cases involving same-sex relationships because they are too controversial and must be handled by attorneys.
C) Paralegals are increasingly being called on to work on cases involving people in same-sex relationships.
D) Issues relating to same-sex partners involving contract, immigration, tax, probate, and constitutional issues are not handled by family law attorneys.
Question 2
Which of the following statements is true about the rights and benefits that flow from a valid marriage and alternative relationships?
A) According to the United States General Accounting Office, there are more than 1,000 rights and duties that flow from a valid marriage.
B) When a man and woman live together as if they are husband and wife for a period of seven years, they are considered to be common law married in all states and are entitled to all spousal rights allowed under state and federal law.
C) Legally married same-sex spouses are entitled to all the same rights and benefits as heterosexual couples.
D) Civil unions generally afford same-sex couples fewer rights than do domestic partnerships.
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