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Robin A. Fleischner

Adoption Attorney at New York, NY

5.0   3 reviews
  • State Years
    Pennsylvania - PA 13 years
    New Jersey - NJ 38 years
    New York - NY 42 years
  • Licensed for 13 years
    State PA
    Acquired 2010
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 38 years
    State NJ
    Acquired 1985
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 42 years
    State NY
    Acquired 1981
    Status
    Currently Registered No misconduct found

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    Robin became an adoption attorney in 1986 after adopting her two sons. Her boutique law practice is dedicated to adoption, surrogacy, and assisted reproduction. She is a member of the American Academies of Adoption and Assisted Reproductive Technology Attorneys, the New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania Bars, and the LGBT Bar Association’s Family Law Institute. Robin was instrumental in amending New Jersey’s adoption laws in 1994 to reflect modern practices and she helped draft gestational carr

    38 years, 2,000 cases

Robin became an adoption attorney in 1986 as an outgrowth of adopting her two sons. Her boutique law practice is dedicated to forming families through adoption, surrogacy, and assisted reproduction. She will hold your hand throughout the process, answer your questions, and find solutions. 

She has handled thousands of adoptions and is nationally recognized for her expertise in adoption, surrogacy, and assisted reproduction. In 2015, Robin was recognized by Congress with an Angels in Adoption Award from the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute. She is a Fellow of the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproductive Technology Attorneys and a member of the New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania Bars.

As a member of The LGBT Family Law Institute, a joint venture of the LGBT Bar and the National Center for Lesbian Rights, Robin collaborates with other experienced LGBT family formation practitioners to share collective wisdom and to discuss cutting-edge legal strategies for representing members of the LGBT community. 

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Posted by rosemary and chris | March 31, 2015
Inspires Confidence
Robin Fleischner is simply the best attorney to have in your corner for the adoption process. From the first meeting she inspires confidence not only in your belief in her but in your belief that you will be successful in adopting a child. Robin doesn't candy coat anything, she is straightforward and honest that the process will be stressful, that you must dedicate time and resources to your pursuit but in the end every ounce of sweat you pour into it is worth it when you are selected by a birth mother and adopt your child. Robin gives you a great education on the adoption process. The easy parts, the difficulties, the highs and the lows. Robin explains the legal aspect, of course, but also your interaction with the agency that will be doing your home visits and the clearance process. You are also educated on the fact, and this is critical, that you are essentially marketing yourself to potential birth mothers. Most people don't possess the skill necessary for creating a solid profile, a good ad campaign or an eye catching website. For this there are a few people she recommends for profile creation, website building and advertising. I cannot stress this enough, work with these people. They are great at what they do and since they all have adopted children they know firsthand what you are going through. Ours was a particularly stressful adoption requiring we spend an extended period away from home while we waited for ICPC approval. Throughout this time Robin kept us updated daily, was lobbying with bureaucrats to get the approval completed and was always empathetic and encouraging. My wife and I knew as long as we had Robin fighting for us we were going to be alright. After finally getting home Robing kept us updated on the court hearings leading up to finalization. At no time are you left wondering where things stand. If you are unsure or have any questions at any time, Robin is just an email away. She responds quickly, every time. We just completed the finalization for our son and could not be happier. In short, we highly recommend Robin to anyone who wants to adopt. From the initial consult to the finalization you have an attorney who is behind you all the way. You can't ask for more.
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Posted by Brian and Alissa | March 17, 2015
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After years of trying to have a family on our own, we met people in our community who had previously adopted. Amazingly, many of them mentioned Robin's name independently of each other. We met with Robin for a consult and she was clearly knowledgeable about the adoption process and extremely sympathetic regarding everyhing we were going through. After that meeting, we engaged Robin as our attorney to represent us though the process. From that point forward, Robin was extremely responsive and worked very closely to ensure that we were informed of opportunities to form a familty. She is professional, courteous, and a pleasure with which to work. We have since adopted a beautiful baby girl and couldn't be happier. We have been given a gift that we once thought was not possible. Robin Fleishner truly does form families.
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Posted by Kimberly | March 17, 2015
Very happy customer
Working with Robin was wonderful when we adopted our daughter three years ago. We were so satisfied, that we immediately returned to Robin when we decided to adopt again. We are in the process now. Robin has many strengths. She is incredibly knowledgable about adoption and its laws. It is clear that she is thoroughly experienced in her line of work and that she is more than competent to do the job you need her to do. On top of that, she is also an adoptive mother. She knows the struggle and disappointment. She knows just how hard it is to wait. Having an adoption profrssional who understands your heartache is very helpful when the dreaded adoption mishaps occur. One of my favorite things about Robin is that her focus is always on the adoptive parents. Of course as AP's, we are concerned with the birth parents and Robin is as well. But often it is necessary to have someone who is looking out for you as the adoptive parents, who is there to make sure everything is done fairly for you. Furthermore, there are times when prospective birth parents are not sincere or when you are contacted by someone only pretending to be a prospective birth parent. Robin was so valuable to us at times like these because it was so easy to believe what we wanted to hear while waiting to adopt. Robin was always there to make sure we were being told the truth. Robin is also extremely responsive. If I send her an email, I receive a response very quickly. I have rarely waited more than a half hour. She will even respond if she is busy to give me a short answer or just a note to say she will get back to be ASAP. Overall, our experiences with Robin have been extremely comfortable and comforting. We couldn't ask for more in an adoption attorney.
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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Solo Practitioner
  • Robin A. Fleischner, Attorney at Law
  • 1986 - Present
  • Associate
  • Mailman & Ruthizer
  • 1983 - 1986
  • Associate
  • Fried Frank Harris Shriver & Jacobson
  • 1980 - 1983

Education

  • Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1980
  • Northwestern University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1975

Associations

  • American Academy of Assisted Reproductive Technology Attorneys
  • Fellow
  • 2010 - Present
  • American Academy of Adoption Attorneys (New Jersey chapter)
  • Co-chair
  • 2009 - Present
  • Adoptive Parents Committee-NJ Chapter
  • Board Member
  • 2000 - Present
  • American Academy of Adoption Attorneys
  • Fellow
  • 1990 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Law Review
  • Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
  • 1980
  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Northwestern University
  • 1975

Speaking Engagements

Attorney endorsements

Received (14)
Given (21)
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Adoption Attorney | Mar 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"It is with great pleasure and respect that I submit this recommendation on behalf of Robin Fleischner. I have known Robin for many years in connection with her work as a lawyer handling adoptions and termination of parental rights cases, and can attest to her remarkable qualities as a person and lawyer. Robin is a highly experienced attorney in the adoption and surrogacy area and she has unquestionable integrity, independence and ethics. Robin has unique insight into the issues that often accompany adoptions, especially from the birth mother perspective. This is a tremendous asset to her clients and the children she strives to protect. Robin has worked diligently in the representation of her clients and undertakes many responsibilities as a solo practitioner. She has handled these matters competently and professionally, and with great passion."
Adoption Attorney | Jan 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Robin Fleischner is an excellent attorney with expertise in adoption and surrogacy. She is professional, knowledgable and has an impeccable reputation. I endorse Attorney Robin Fleischner."
Adoption Attorney | May 07
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have known Robin for over 16 years. We have worked on many cases together. She is an excellent attorney and knows this area inside and out. She is an expert in her field and should be recognized as such. I highly recommend Robin!"
Adoption Attorney | Apr 09
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I've had the opportunity to get to know Attorney Robin Fleischner by working on adoption and assisted reproduction matters with her. Robin impressed me with both her legal skill and personal compassion for her clients. She is an outstanding advocate with the unique ability to negotiate a resolution to tough issues without alienating the opposing party. This skill is essential in the family building practices of adoption and surrogacy. In addition to her legal skill, Robin is a pleasure to work with. She returns calls in a timely manner, communicates well and is incredibly warm-hearted."
Adoption Attorney | Mar 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Robin for almost 20 years and I have worked on a number of adoption cases with her. We have also worked together in assisting state legislators in drafting revisions to family formation laws. She is extremely knowledgeable and highly ethical."
Adoption Attorney | Mar 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have worked with Robin on three inter-state adoption cases. In each case, I found Robin to be very knowledgeable and a steadfast advocate for her clients."
Adoption Attorney | Mar 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse Robin. She is knowledgeable and professional in handling adoption and assisted reproduction matters. -Tiffany Palmer"
Adoption Attorney | Mar 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Love working with Robin and have always found her to be a top notch attorney!"
Adoption Attorney | Mar 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Robin is a highly respected member of the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys (AAAA). She is knowledgeable and hard working for her clients. Jan Stocks, Member of AAAA"
Adoption Attorney | Mar 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"It is my pleasure to endorse Robin. I have known her for many years as a Fellow of the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys and have worked with her on specific cases."
Unknown Attorney | Mar 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Robin for 20 years. She is a competent, ethical, hardworking, and capable attorney. I trust her implicitly."
Adoption Attorney | Mar 11
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with her on adoption matters and each has been handled in a professional and caring manner."
Adoption Attorney | Mar 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Robin - she is a fabulous and caring adoption attorney. It is a privilege to work with her."
Adoption Attorney | Mar 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Excellent attorney!!"
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New York Adoption Lawyer Robin A. Fleischner
Robin A. Fleischner
Adoption Attorney
New York, NY
Licensed for 42 years