Business Details
Trusted Adoption Law Services in Columbus, OH
The Eisenman, Susan Garner has dedicated over 50 years to providing compassionate and expert legal representation in adoption and reproductive law. As an adoptive parent herself, Attorney Eisenman understands the emotional and legal complexities of family-building through adoption, surrogacy, and assisted reproductive technologies. Our firm prioritizes the child's best interest while respecting the rights and needs of all parties involved. We offer tailored legal guidance for private, stepparent, contested, and international adoptions, as well as surrogacy agreements and post-adoption support.With extensive experience in Ohio's child welfare system and a commitment to education and advocacy, we empower families through transparent communication and personalized service. Our practice combines deep legal expertise with empathy, ensuring clients navigate complex processes with confidence and clarity.
Services
Private Adoption
Stepparent Adoption
Contested Adoption
Surrogacy Agreements
Assisted Reproduction Law
International Adoption
Adult Adoption
Foster Care Adoption
Grandparent Rights
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of specialized adoption law experience
- Free 30-minute initial consultation and military discounts
- Adoptive parent perspective with personal experience
- Certified Open Adoption Practitioner designation
- Active in Ohio Adoption Law Roundtable advocacy
Associations and certifications
- American Academy of Adoption Attorneys
- Certified Open Adoption Practitioner
- Certified Family Mediator
- Fellow, American Academy of Adoption and Reproductive Technology Attorneys
What people say
Exceptional knowledge
Compassionate guidance
Military discounts
Successful complex cases
Personalized support
Services
Private Adoption
Private adoptions connect birthparents directly with adoptive families through legal guidance. Our firm facilitates home studies, consent processes, and court finalizations while ensuring compliance with Ohio's evolving regulations. We help families navigate financial limits, interstate requirements, and potential disruptions with compassionate expertise.
Stepparent Adoption
Stepparent adoptions establish legal parent-child relationships through court proceedings. We guide clients through consent requirements, name changes, and inheritance rights while addressing unique challenges like unregistered birthparents. Our experience ensures smooth transitions for blended families seeking permanency.
Surrogacy Agreements
Surrogacy legal services include drafting donor agreements, establishing parentage, and navigating Ohio's ART laws. As a pioneer in reproductive law, we protect all parties' rights while facilitating processes for intended parents and surrogates through contract negotiation and court filings.
Contested Adoption
Contested adoption cases require specialized advocacy when birthparents or agencies challenge placements. With 15+ Ohio Supreme Court appearances, we defend adoptive families through mediation, paternity testing, and appellate representation while prioritizing children's best interests during emotionally charged proceedings.
International Adoption
International adoptions involve Hague Convention compliance, visa processes, and cross-border legal coordination. Our firm assists with document preparation, ICPC compliance, and citizenship issues while connecting clients with global resources to complete adoptions from overseas jurisdictions.
People
Susan Garner Eisenman
Attorney & Founder
With over 50 years of adoption law experience, Susan Eisenman is a certified open adoption practitioner and adoptive parent. She founded Resolve of Ohio, serves on the Ohio Adoption Law Roundtable, and has appeared in multiple Ohio Supreme Court cases. Her practice combines legal expertise with personal understanding of adoption's emotional journey.
Questions
What types of adoption cases do you handle?
We handle all Ohio adoption types including private, stepparent, contested, foster care, international, and adult adoptions, as well as surrogacy and reproductive technology legal matters.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free 30-minute initial consultations and military discounts for all adoption services.
How can you help with adoption costs?
We connect clients with free adoption finance coaching through Kelly Ellison to explore tax credits, grants, and creative funding options for making adoption affordable.
Are you licensed to practice in Ohio?
Yes, we're licensed throughout Ohio and specialize in central Ohio adoptions with decades of experience in Franklin County and surrounding jurisdictions.
Can you handle contested adoption cases?
Yes, we have extensive experience with contested adoptions, including 15+ Ohio Supreme Court appearances and representation in appellate courts across eight districts.
