Attorneys Who Put Family First
Building a family is a dream for many, but for same-sex couples in New York, the journey to parenthood has many paths. Supported by state laws, gestational surrogacy is a viable and trusting way for same-sex couples to become parents or expand their family further....
If you’re starting the adoption process in New York, you probably want to know how long it takes from start to finish. Here’s what to expect, what can change the pace and how to stay grounded while you wait to welcome a child into your life. Typical timeline from...
An uncontested divorce sounds simple. You and your spouse agree on everything—property, custody and support. It seems like an easy way to avoid courtroom drama and long fights. While it's usually faster and cheaper than a contested divorce, it's not always risk-free....
Divorce is often associated with contentious litigation, substantial costs and significant emotional strain. But this does not need to be your reality. There exists a more amicable and efficient alternative for couples willing to cooperate throughout the process. When...
For those unable to have a child biologically or for those looking for a different biological option, surrogacy is often the solution. And, our state helps those who want to utilize this option to become parents. New York’s Child-Parent Security Act New York’s...
Choosing to become a parent on your own is a strong and personal decision. For many single people, surrogacy offers a way to build the family they've always wanted. In New York, however, the legal process can be more complicated when there's only one intended parent....
Married couple sin New York and elsewhere often get accustomed to their lifestyle during the marriage. Thus, when a couple decides to divorce, this could present financial issues for one spouse. But this can be addressed during the divorce process by seeking alimony....
In New York, surrogacy is a common way for people who are facing difficulty in having a biological child to become parents. For the surrogate, it is an opportunity to help these prospective parents and to receive compensation for it. However, there are laws regulating...
Going through a divorce is never easy, even when both spouses agree it is the right decision. There is grief, change and uncertainty about the future. However, when you and your spouse are able to cooperate, an uncontested divorce may offer a more peaceful and...
Under the Child-Parent Security Act, which took effect in 2021, New York law fully validates gestational surrogacy agreements. The CPSA clarifies parental rights and ensures that the intended parents, not gestational surrogates, have full legal parentage from the...