06-27-2013, 03:24 AM
Consult a lawyer.
That said, media coverage clearly indicates that Federal benefits are extended to same-sex couples whose marriage is recognized by their State, meaning you must be married and reside in a same-sex-marriage state (not necessarily the same one). Civil unions or domestic partnerships are not considered "marriage" for the purpose of establishing Federal benefits.
Importing benefits by means of a smoke-and-mirrors "residency" claim may work, but now you need a lawyer and a tax attorney, and you better keep excellent records which clearly demonstrate your "residency" (or lack thereof) to both states.
That said, media coverage clearly indicates that Federal benefits are extended to same-sex couples whose marriage is recognized by their State, meaning you must be married and reside in a same-sex-marriage state (not necessarily the same one). Civil unions or domestic partnerships are not considered "marriage" for the purpose of establishing Federal benefits.
Importing benefits by means of a smoke-and-mirrors "residency" claim may work, but now you need a lawyer and a tax attorney, and you better keep excellent records which clearly demonstrate your "residency" (or lack thereof) to both states.