Everyone is always so kind from Casie and Christina at intake, to the paralegals and attorneys. They promptly answer all questions.
As recently as 2017, state lawmakers in North Carolina proposed a bill that prohibits same-sex marriage. For now, the 2015 U.S. Supreme Court ruling legalizing same-sex marriage in North Carolina remains the law. This means same-sex couples enjoy the same benefits as heterosexual couples in terms of marriage, and they are subject to the same laws and obligations that accompany divorce matters.
At Ellis Family Law, P.L.L.C., we welcome the opportunity to assist members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community throughout the Triangle area with legal matters relating to family law or estate planning.
Custody works in the same way it would for any other couple if both parents have been recognized as the legal parents of a child (i.e., the non-biological parent has adopted the child) or the parents were married at the time the child was born. If not, then the person who is recognized as the legal parent has superior rights to custody and the non-legal parent would be a third party having to show that the legal parent is unfit or waived their parental rights through some action.
Yes, a non-biological parent can seek custody if they are the legal parent (adopted the child) or if they can show they have a parental relationship and the legal parent is unfit or has waived their parental rights through some action.
Everyone is always so kind from Casie and Christina at intake, to the paralegals and attorneys. They promptly answer all questions.
...Everyone is always so kind from Casie and Christina at intake, to the paralegals and attorneys. They promptly answer all questions.
Great experience, Christina is very resourceful and knows what she is doing. Helping me through various obstacles.
...Great experience, Christina is very resourceful and knows what she is doing. Helping me through various obstacles.
Christina is highly knowledgeable and offers excellent service.
...Christina is highly knowledgeable and offers excellent service.
Have been connected to Ellis Family Law for many years and cannot recommend a more knowledgeable, caring, hard working group of attorneys. I do not hesitate to refer to them...
Have been connected to Ellis Family Law for many years and cannot recommend a more knowledgeable, caring, hard working group of attorneys. I do not hesitate to refer to them no matter how big or small the issue. They are truly a one of a kind law firm and am so thankful I can count on their guidance.
Gray is top tier in family law — knowledgeable, strategic, and relentless when it comes to protecting his clients. If you want someone who knows the system and knows how...
Gray is top tier in family law — knowledgeable, strategic, and relentless when it comes to protecting his clients. If you want someone who knows the system and knows how to navigate it successfully, call Ellis Family Law. Amazing Attorneys!
I can’t say enough good things about Ellis Family Law. Going through a family law matter is never easy, but their team made the entire process feel manageable and supported...
I can’t say enough good things about Ellis Family Law. Going through a family law matter is never easy, but their team made the entire process feel manageable and supported from start to finish. They are professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly responsive. I worked with Christina & she was absolutely impeccable and I knew after the first phone call I was in the right place to handle my business. Thank you Ellis Family Law.
We are equally skilled in litigation and in resolving disputes outside of court.
Mediation, arbitration, and collaborative approaches that resolve disputes with less stress and more cooperation.
Thoughtful advocacy for parenting arrangements that protect your children and preserve what matters most.
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