Moss Adams offers equal benefits coverage for a domestic partner and their children. The following information provides a common definitions for a domestic partner. In addition, details of the verification needed, coverage for children and tax implications are also outlined.
Definition of Domestic Partner
Domestic partners must be 18 or older, not be married or legally separated from each other or anyone else, and in a committed, exclusive relationship. The couple may not be related in any way that would prohibit marriage. Domestic partners may be of the same or opposite gender.
Verification of Domestic Partner Relationship
Proof of domestic partnership or marriage is not required for new hires or when adding a domestic partner or spouse during the annual benefits enrollment window. However, when updating or changing your enrollment mid-year, you will need to supply the following documentation in order to add your domestic partner to your coverage:
- Submit a signed affidavit verifying that you have been living together as a committed couple for at least six(6) months and provide documentation (that is dated a minimum of 6 calendar months earlier), of at least two (2) of the following:
- Joint mortgage or lease
- Joint ownership of a vehicle
- Shared bank account
- Designation of the person as beneficiary for your life insurance or 401(k) account
- Shared responsibility for utilities or other household expenses
- OR
- Submit a proof of domestic partner registration with a governmental body pursuant to state or local law.
Children of Domestic Partners
Foster, step, and natural children of a domestic partner are eligible for benefits under the same conditions as are the foster, step, adopted and natural children of an employee.
Additional resources available at Marvin Domestic Partner page.