Deb has devoted her practice to the needs of all of New Jersey's families, both conventional and unconventional, believing that each family, no matter its composition deserves respect, compassion and legal services tailored to the specific needs of each family member. Whether creating families by adoption, protecting families through estate planning or seeking amicable solutions to protect children and adults in a break-up, Deb works closely with each client to focus on their needs. For over 20 years, Deb has worked intensely on the rights and needs of GLBT clients and has become a leader in educating the New Jersey Bar on legal issues affecting the GLBT community. Deb is a native New Jerseyan and resides in Edgewater with her partner, Pat, a program director at Visiting Nurse Service of New York and Duffy, the adopted Yorkiepoo, who greets many clients at the office.