Arizona does not provide unmarried partners with the automatic legal protections marriage carries. A Domestic Partnership Agreement is the most direct way for unmarried couples to define expectations and protect each other in writing.

Common provisions cover ownership of jointly purchased property, treatment of separate property brought into the relationship, contribution to shared expenses, and what happens if the relationship ends. We tailor each agreement to the couple in front of us rather than relying on a template.

We pair the Domestic Partnership Agreement with the rest of an estate plan: wills or trusts that designate each partner as a beneficiary, powers of attorney that name each partner as agent, and health care directives that ensure hospital access and decision-making authority. The combination is powerful.

Nicole approaches these conversations with care and discretion. The goal is a clear, fair agreement that supports the relationship rather than straining it.

Who this is for

• Unmarried couples sharing a home or finances
• Same-sex partners who want extra layered protection
• Couples who have chosen not to marry but want clarity

What you gain

• Clear written terms for shared property and finances
• Protection in the event of separation
• Coordination with wills, trusts, and powers of attorney
• A respectful, considered process for both partners