For over three and a half decades, it has been my privilege to represent birth parents, adoptive parents, and children through the practice of Adoption Law in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

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Adoption is a profound and life changing experience, evidencing a range of emotions from sorrow and grief to extreme joy. The adoption attorney's task is to prepare and guide her clients through education of the laws and the procedures involved in each case, while demonstrating professionalism, excellence, compassion, resourcefulness, diligence, and strong communication skills.

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My practice has involved:

• Working with clients all over the world

• Active participation in the Virginia General Assembly

• Promoting adoption legislation

• Teaching adoption seminars 

• Authoring adoption articles

• Representation of Virginia Adoption Agencies

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My passion is people and my goal is to structure a client's case in the most time efficient, economical, and satisfying manner. I strive to support my clients' needs and desires, while carefully following the laws that apply. Integrity and trust are critical to the relationships I share with my clients.