Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Adoption Law Partner in New Jersey
Pine & Steinberg has been providing trusted legal counsel in adoption law since the 1990s. Our firm combines decades of experience with personalized service to guide families through complex adoption processes. We specialize in traditional, stepparent, co-parent, same-sex, and foster care adoptions, ensuring legal accuracy and emotional support. Our attorneys maintain deep expertise in New Jersey adoption statutes and foster collaborative relationships with clients.We prioritize transparency, responsiveness, and ethical representation to deliver favorable outcomes. Our team's commitment to excellence has earned consistent client referrals and industry recognition. We serve families across New Jersey with dedicated attention to each case's unique requirements.
Services
Traditional Adoption
Stepparent Adoption
Co-Parent Adoption
Same-Sex Adoption
Foster Care Adoption
International Re-Adoption
Grandparent Adoption
Domestic Partner Adoption
Artificial Reproduction Cases
Post-Adoption Legal Updates
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of adoption law experience with personalized case management
- Our team maintains a 98% success rate in adoption finalizations
- We provide bilingual (English/Spanish) legal services for diverse client needs
- Our attorneys maintain active memberships in the New Jersey State Bar Association
- We guarantee same-day response times for client inquiries
Associations and certifications
- Avvo Clients' Choice Award
What people say
Exceptional service
Smooth process
Highly recommended
Compassionate approach
Efficient representation
Services
Traditional Adoption
Our traditional adoption services facilitate domestic and international adoptions through agency placements or private arrangements. We guide families through home studies, legal documentation, and court proceedings. Our attorneys ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while prioritizing emotional support for clients.
Stepparent Adoption
Stepparent adoption services establish legal parental rights for married partners of biological parents. We streamline the process of terminating non-custodial rights and securing birth certificate updates. Our team ensures legal security for blended families through efficient court representation.
Co-Parent Adoption
Co-parent adoption services secure legal rights for non-biological parents in domestic partnerships. We specialize in cases involving artificial reproduction and second-parent adoptions. Our attorneys ensure both parents receive equal legal standing through comprehensive documentation and court advocacy.
Same-Sex Adoption
Same-sex adoption services provide tailored legal pathways for LGBTQ+ couples. We handle joint adoptions, second-parent adoptions, and civil union-related cases. Our firm ensures parental rights remain protected across all 50 states through thorough legal documentation.
Foster Care Adoption
Foster care adoption services assist families navigating the transition from guardianship to permanent adoption. We coordinate with state agencies to complete necessary paperwork and court requirements. Our team provides post-adoption support for updating legal documents and birth certificates.
People
Lauri R. Steinberg
Attorney
Lauri Steinberg has practiced adoption law since 1990, specializing in complex adoption cases. She maintains active memberships in the New Jersey State Bar Association and prioritizes personalized client communication. Her approach combines legal expertise with compassionate guidance through adoption processes.
Jenifer R. DaCosta
Paralegal
Jenifer DaCosta serves as lead paralegal with 15+ years of adoption case management experience. She coordinates document preparation, client communication, and court logistics. Known for exceptional responsiveness, she ensures smooth administrative processes for all adoption types.
Questions
What adoption types do you handle?
We specialize in traditional, stepparent, co-parent, same-sex, foster care, and international re-adoption cases across New Jersey.
How long does the adoption process take?
Timelines vary by type but typically range from 3-9 months. Our firm works to expedite processes while maintaining legal accuracy.
Do you offer bilingual services?
Yes, our team provides legal services in both English and Spanish for client convenience.
Can same-sex couples adopt in New Jersey?
Yes, New Jersey fully recognizes same-sex adoptions. We've successfully completed over 200 LGBTQ+ adoption cases.
What post-adoption services do you provide?
We assist with birth certificate updates, name changes, and legal document revisions following adoption finalization.
