Law Office of Faith Getz Rousso, P.C.

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HOPING TO ADOPT? ARE YOU PREGNANT? Our Law Office will guide with compassion and kindness 🩷

As a boutique law firm, The Law Office of Faith Getz Rousso, P.C.:

Represents all types of families:
* Considering private independent adoption
* Adopting foster children in their care
* Step-Parents
* Same same couples...in 2nd Parent Adoption
* Single Parents
* Families working with adoption agencies

Pregnant?
* We represent expectant parents and guide them through with kindness an

d empathy in placing their children for adoption. Who is The Law Office of Faith Getz Rousso, P.C.? Faith Getz Rousso, is an experienced adoption attorney,that wears many hats. She was adopted at birth, is a mother, a step-mother... and cares about each and every client. Her passion for helping others either form their families or feel comfortable that their baby is well-cared for and loved is evident in the passion she has for adoption. Reach out to Faith Getz Rousso anytime... she will answer your questions with kindness & compassion.

I had the privilege to join National Council For Adoption in Congress to advocate for support for the ADOPT Act which wi...
06/25/2026

I had the privilege to join National Council For Adoption in Congress to advocate for support for the ADOPT Act which will regulate unlicensed facilitation of adoption to protect everyone involved in private domestic adoption.

Honored to be installed as a Director of the
06/03/2026

Honored to be installed as a Director of the

05/29/2026

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It's a process 💕One of the greatest privileges of my work is the moment a baby is placed into the arms of my clients. I ...
05/09/2026

It's a process 💕

One of the greatest privileges of my work is the moment a baby is placed into the arms of my clients. I understand the overwhelming joy, relief, love, and excitement that fills the room when consents are signed. It is emotional and life-changing.

🩷It is also important to remember — this is still a legal process.

💙At that point, you are the baby’s guardian, not yet the legal parent.

🩷Under NY law, birth parent(s) have 45 days to file a revocation. There are still important steps ahead: updated clearances, post-placement reports, and ultimately, adoption finalization — the day you officially become legal mom or legal dad.

🩷Yes, you already love this beautiful baby with your whole heart. Yes, they already feel like yours in every way that matters emotionally. But adoption is a process, and protecting that process is part of protecting your family.

💙🩷Trust the process. One step at a time.🩷💙

04/20/2026

Post Adoption. Private Adoption.
A Post Adoption Contact Agreement ("PACA") is an agreement between the biological parent(s) and the adoptive parents for ongoing contact. It is VOLUNTARILY agreed upon and should always remain child focused.

What does it include? A little (photos/updates periodically) ---> A lot! (visits/holidays). And everything in between.

Is it enforceable? Yes? No? Yes. It can be enforceable in NY if it filed at the time of the adoption and the judge issues an Order incorporating this Agreement if the Judge believes it is in the best interests of the child.

What if the Judge won't sign it? If the birth parent can prove within the 45 day window after signing a consent (out of Court) that she relied on this PACA, then the Court may place it down for a hearing to determine if she relied on this agreement in consenting to the adoption. (Rarely, will a Judge make a decision on PACA within 45 days post filing of adoption petition).

What if the Judge sign its, and it is not complied with? Then ... the biological parent can file for enforcement in the Court that issued the Order of Adoption. The Court may appoint an Attorney for the Child and will most likely conference the case to see why it hasn't been complied with.

The adoptive parents have the right to parent their child and make decisions to ensure their well-being. If the parent states that they don't believe it is "safe" to continue contact then the Court will most likely permit the visits/contact to cease. However, if they just "don't want them" or "too busy", then the court could direct the parents to comply.

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600 Old Country Road/Suite 410
Garden City, NY
11530

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