United States Senators Amy Klobuchar and Kevin Cramer have introduced two pieces of bipartisan legislation to support adoptive families and protect adopted children. In her latest article, KingSpry’s Adoption and ART Practice Chair and Family Law Attorney, Dorota Gasienica-Kozak, Esq., reviews the proposed legislation and shares her key takeaways. Supporting Adopted Children and Families … [Read more...] about Proposed Legislation to Support Adoptive Families and Children at the Federal Level
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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Embraces New Pathway to Parentage
On March 20, 2025, in Glover v. Junior, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania held that “the time has come for [Pennsylvania] law to embrace a fifth pathway to parentage,” adopting the doctrine of intent-based parentage into Pennsylvania’s common law. In her latest blog, KingSpry’s Adoption and ART Practice Chair and Family Law Attorney, Dorota Gasienica-Kozak, Esq., reviews the Court’s decision in … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Supreme Court Embraces New Pathway to Parentage
Adoption Options for LGBTQIA+ Families
It has been almost a decade since the United States Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage (Obergefell v. Hodges, 576 U.S. 644). Yet, in June of 2021, the Court allowed a religious agency the authority to refer same-sex and unmarried couples wishing to foster children elsewhere (Fulton v. City of Phila., 593 U.S. 522, 141 S. Ct. 1868). Now, under the Trump Administration, families … [Read more...] about Adoption Options for LGBTQIA+ Families
Preparing For Change: Key Recommendations As 2025 Draws Near
As we enter into the new year and a new presidential administration, it is important for LGBT individuals to prepare for potential legal and regulatory shifts. Being proactive in ensuring you have a sound plan to achieve your goals is key, especially when it comes to your estate planning, family building, and other needs. In her latest blog, KingSpry’s Adoption and ART Practice … [Read more...] about Preparing For Change: Key Recommendations As 2025 Draws Near
New Pennsylvania Law to Protect Pets from Domestic Abuse Situations
On November 18, 2024, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed House Bill No. 1210, making it Act 146 of 2024 (the “Act”). The Act addresses animal abuse in domestic violence situations by amending the Protection From Abuse Act to grant judges the ability to order defendants to refrain from abusing victims’ pets. KingSpry’s Managing Partner and Family Law Attorney, Jessica F. … [Read more...] about New Pennsylvania Law to Protect Pets from Domestic Abuse Situations
United States House of Representatives Approves Resolution to Strengthen America’s Children and Families
Gaining bipartisan support, H.R. 9076 (the “Resolution”) was approved by the United States House of Representatives in a 405-10 vote on September 18, 2024. The Resolution moves on to the United States Senate for approval, and if passed, it will enact the Protecting America’s Children by Strengthening Families Act. KingSpry’s Adoption and ART Practice Chair and Family … [Read more...] about United States House of Representatives Approves Resolution to Strengthen America’s Children and Families
