Same Sex Issues

Sound Solutions for Same Sex Couples

Family Law Attorney Serving the Philadelphia Metro Area

Couples often experience great difficulties when attempting to protect their family and their rights without legal counsel. Same sex couples often face added challenges when attempting to do the same.

At my firm, the Law Offices of Maria Testa, LLC, I will work as your advocate to help you obtain the legal protection you deserve. I stay up-to-date and knowledgeable about the changing laws so that I can provide the best possible family law representation to clients in the Philadelphia metro area.

Contact my firm by call 215-392-0863 or 866-201-1112 to schedule a free initial consultation and discuss your legal goals with a skilled lawyer.

Assistance With Legal Separations, Drafting Documents and Adoptions

I provide compassionate service to every client who walks through my office door. I will take the time answer your questions and concerns regarding any of the following legal areas:

• Legal separation and property distribution: During a breakup, there may be many legal issues that require resolution. These include division of communal property and custody of adopted children.
• Drafting legal agreements: By pro-actively entering into a legal agreement regarding your relationship, you can avoid future disputes. I understand how to draft documents that convey your unique needs.
• Drafting wills and health care directives: I can assist in drafting wills and health care directives that protect you and your partner's rights to provide and care for each other.
• Adoption: I will assist you throughout the adoption process, acting as your intermediary with birth parents and the court system.
• Fighting for your rights: Although same sex marriages and civil unions are not yet legal, I can help you take meaningful legal action and fight for your rights.

Advocate for Your Rights

There are currently bills being discussed in legislature adoption, civil unions and survivor's rights for same sex couples. It is important that you continue to contact your legislators to encourage them to provide you with the same rights and freedoms afforded to unions involving one man and one woman.

As your advocate, I will pursue options that will provide you with the legal protections you need. Contact my firm for a free initial consultation. My office on Spruce Street which is easily accessible by public transportation. For your convenience, I offer evening and weekend appointments upon request and accept Visa and MasterCard.

Law Offices of Maria Testa, LLC
The Biddle House
1325 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Phone: 215-392-0863
Toll Free: 866-201-1112
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