Co-parent adoption is a legal process in which an individual seeks to adopt the child of their partner or spouse, who is not the biological parent of the child. This... Read More
No one likes to think about their own mortality, but it is important to be prepared for the inevitable. Estate planning is the process of making arrangements for the transfer... Read More
Same-sex couples face particular challenges in divorce that are unique to their situation. While divorcing a spouse is never easy, divorcing a same-sex partner can be even more complicated due... Read More
When growing your LGBTQ family, there are many considerations and steps to take. One important aspect is creating a donation agreement. This agreement outlines the expectations and responsibilities of both... Read More
Losing a loved one takes an emotional and financial toll on family members. Having to navigate through the complicated probate process during this time makes it all the more difficult.... Read More
In honor of National Adoption Month, November is the perfect time to look at how LGBTQ individuals and couples may be encouraged to adopt. With so many children in need... Read More
Estate planning is extremely important, yet can be very tricky. There are a lot of moving parts that must be dealt with in order for your plan to be complete.... Read More
As of December 13, 2022, the Respect for Marriage Act enshrining same-sex marriage into the US Consitution, was passed to provide legal protection nationwide. This long-awaited legislation offers federal protections... Read More
A MESSAGE FROM JILL METZ Progress continues as the remarkable momentum for marriage equality has grown such that 35 states now recognize marriage for same-sex couples. In 2013, 34% of... Read More
An estate plan is the best way to protect your safety and your legacy A lot of people make the mistake of thinking that estate planning is only important if... Read More
Estate plans are not just for people who have a lot of money or own a number of assets. Estate planning encompasses much more than divvying up a large estate... Read More
A durable power of attorney can provide broad powers to a trusted agent in the event you suffer some form of incapacity An estate plan can be many different things... Read More