Dorota Gasienica-Kozak

Family Attorney at Bethlehem, PA

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Very professional and pleasant to work with

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Practice areas

Family

45%

Divorce, Equitable Distribution and Alimony Custody

22 years
Adoption

35%

Adoptions Post adoption contact agreements Terminations of parental rights Interstate adoptions Step-parent and co-parent adoptions Birth parent representation LGBT family formation Gestational carrier/surrogacy actions Traditional surrogacy actions Ovum donor agreements, known or anonymous Embryo donor agreements, known or anonymous Sperm donor agreements, known or anonymous Parentage decrees Pre- and post-birth orders Insurance coverage issues/appeals
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20 years
Estate planning

20%

KingSpry’s Trust and Estate Practice Group customizes estate planning and trust administration solutions for Lehigh Valley families. Our highly experienced team of attorneys takes pride in ensuring that clients and their beneficiaries avoid costly pitfalls in the estate planning process.
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22 years

In 2018, she was a Girl Scouts Take the Lead honoree, a “YWCA Woman of the Year” for 2014, and in 2013, she was named to the 40 Under 40 list by Lehigh Valley Business. She was a Celebrity Chef participant with Dining With Diakon for 2012, winning second place for funds raised in support of the cause. A graduate of the Leadership Lehigh Valley program, Mrs. Kozak is a former member of the board and was named the 2012 Leadership Lehigh Valley Alumni of the Year. She has been named a Rising Star honoree by Super Lawyer Magazine and Philadelphia Magazine.

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Licensed for 22 years

State NJ

Status Active

Acquired 2000

Updated 11/04/2022

State PA

Status Active

Acquired 2000

Updated 12/04/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, L.L.C.

1 West Broad Street Ste 700

King Spry Herman Et Al

Bethlehem, PA, 18018-5783

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Posted by Alissa | August 8, 2016

Very professional and pleasant to work with

I was very happy to get to work with Dorota. She helped in drafting a new will for me because the previous one that I had was quite out of date. She was very meticulous and asked all the necessary questions to make sure that all the necessary details were covered. She also worked with my mother and step-father on their wills, and she was very sensitive to their needs as well.

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Posted by Maria | August 2, 2016

Very Professional

Dorota has always been professional, honest, and reliable in all of the interactions we have had with her. She was hired to help us when a billing company for our family business did not live up to its contract agreements. Dorota was able to contact them after thoroughly researching the situation. She provided a quick resolution that alleviated a very stressful situation. I would not hesitate to hire Dorota again or refer her to anyone.

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Posted by Eileen | August 2, 2016

Knowledgeable, Profesional and Efficient

Dorota is organized, knowledgeable and sincere. We used her services for our estate planning. She is excellent at conferring with her clients to pinpoint their needs. She offered us great direction and service in a comfortable, professional setting that was effficient. The combination of these traits is irreplacable when selecting an attorney. She kept our interests and goals a priority. I would highly recommend Dorota withouth hestitation to anyone in need of estate planning, as well as her other legal specialties.

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Posted by Thomas | July 30, 2016

Most helpful

After 17 years of paying our mortgage on time, the company we were using, GMAC, sold our mortgage to Ocwen LLC. They were deceitful in their business and began harassing us. They threatened us with foreclosure so we consulted with Dorota Kozak. She advised us how to proceed. Within 2 weeks we received notification with clear and certain terms and have not had any issues since she intervened. Happily, we are still in our home and everything is well. Throughout this whole process, Dorata was empathetic to our situation and most importantly, used professional discretion all times.

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Posted by Melissa | July 29, 2016

Great experiance - estate planning

My husband and I recently worked with Dorota Gasienica-Kozak to draft our wills and estate planning documents. We appreciated how she listened to what we were looking for, educated us on what we needed to know and brought some ideas to the table. Her staff did an excellent job of following up with us to make sure that the documents got signed in a timely manner. Because of this great experience I have recommended her to many friends and family.

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Posted by Michael | July 28, 2016

Professional & Knowledgeable

Our family has been using Dorota for a number of years now to help navigate the many facets of family law and estate planning. Her knowledge and professionalism is superb. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for solid legal advice and service.

Posted by Laura | July 28, 2016

Adoption

Let me first start by stating that we couldn't have been happier with Dorota! She walked us through a very complex adoption without hesitation, all the while making sure we were comfortable every step of the way. She handled every planned detail and every unplanned detail to perfection ! She made our experience monumental. I would highly recommend Dorota to family, friends and strangers without a second thought.

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Posted by Dominic | July 27, 2016

Divorce for Dominic Caruso Jr.

Attorney Kozak was always very helpful and both my son and I trust her expert counsel based on years of experience. She made every attempt to be both fair but tough in our negotiations and she kept us up to date at all times.

Posted by Dominic | July 22, 2016

Review of my lawyer

Through my divorce process. Dorota walked me through every step of the process and we had open communications until the very end. She was fun and easy to work with and i would recommend her to anyone. Great job Dorota!!

Posted by Marina | July 21, 2016

Detail oriented

Our family knows Dorota for many years and she is always a person to go to with all legal questions. I had to work abroad for a month and my two sons remain in the country. Not only Dorota helped to prepare all necessary documents, she also suggest and comply with 'just in case' scenario. We are very happy with her knowledge and customer service.

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Posted by Niki | July 21, 2016

In a heartbeat

I would absolutely recommend Dorota as a family attorney. She went to bat for me when we were having communication difficulties that could not be solved without lawyer intervention, and she genuinely wanted the best for myself and my family. She doesn't back down and she's fair and truthful. Having to go through the court and discussing child support and visitations was an emotional nightmare for me, but this practice really helped me keep it together.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 9.5 (Superb)

Work Experience

Partner
King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC
2013 - Present

Associate
Young Upright Catina and Parker
2000 - 2003

Education

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000

DeSales University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1997

Associations

United Way of the Lehigh Valley
Board Member
2015 - Present

United Way Women's Leadership Council
Member
2015 - Present

St Luke's Hospital Auxiliary
Member
2012 - Present

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce
Former Chair of Board of Governors
2010 - Present

Cedar Crest College President's Council
Member
2015 - 2018

DeSales University President's Council
Member
2008 - 2015

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber's Women's Business Council
Past President
2008 - 2015

Pinebrook Family Answers
Board of Directors
2007 - 2015

Leadership Lehigh Valley
Board of Directors
2007 - 2008

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Languages Spoken

Polish

Honors and Awards

Take the Lead
Girl Scouts
2018

Select Lawyer
Lehigh Valley Style Magazine
2017

Women of Influence
Lehigh Valley Business
2016

10 Best Female Attorneys Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Family lawyers
2016

Woman of the Year
YWCA
2014

Rising Star
Super Lawyers Magazine
2014

40 Under 40
Lehigh Valley Business
2013

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2013

Alumni Recognition Award
Leadership Lehigh Valley
2012

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Publications

heARTbeat
Recent Surrogate Controversies Highlight Potential Contractual Issues to Keep in Mind
2021

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
Meet Representative Zach Mako
2017

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
Representative Schweyer and Representative Schlossberg: Budget, Healthcare, Schools
2017

RMAPA Newsletter
Piecing Together Infertility
2017

heARTbeat
Blogs
2017

Lehigh Valley Woman
Promoting Openness: The Evolution of Today's Adoptive Family
2016

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
Representative Samuelson and Representative Freeman: Discrimination Laws, Minimum Wage, Tutoring Program, Education Funding
2016

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
Representative Ryan Mackenzie - Unemployment Compensation
2016

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
Minimum Wage
2016

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
Department of Labor Overtime Regulations
2016

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
Overtime, Taxes, Education
2016

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
Department of Labor Overtime Ruling
2016

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
Mayors and Municipal Officials
2016

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
Budget Issues
2016

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
Employee Regulatory Committee
2016

RMAPA Newsletter
LGBT Marriage On Parentage
2016

RMAPA Newsletter
Why is Estate Planning Important to you when using Assisted Technology
2016

RMAPA Newsletter July 2016
IVF Financial Security
2016

Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections
What Constitutes an Employer?
2015

RMAPA Newsletter
What Happens to Stored Genetic Material
2015

RMAPA Newsletter
Why do both partners of same-sex couples have to sign consents
2015

RMAPA Newsletter
Why is Correcting Birth Certificate Important
2015

RMAPA Newsletter
Do you know the legal issues with regards to infertility treatments as it relates to Health Insurance and Employment Law
2015

RMAPA Newsletter
Do you know PA's LGBT Marriage Impact on Parentage
2015

Lehigh Valley Women
Your Marriage May Now Be Equal, But Here's Why You Still Need To Protect Your Parental Rights
2015

Lehigh Valley Women
Now the LGBT's Can Be Wed In PA
2015

RMAPA Newsletter
Can I legally be Married to Someone and get Pregnant with a New Partner?
2014

RMAPA Newsletter
I am Unable to Use My Own Eggs for IVF
2014

Lehigh Valley Women
No Need to Keep Your Eggs in One Basket
2014

Lehigh Valley Women
Children Are Good For The Heart
2013

Temple Environmental Law & Technology Journal
Aids treatment and medical Technology: The Supreme Court Abandons the CDC
2000

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Speaking Engagements

Monroe County Bar Association
Building your Family
2014

Monroe County Bar Association
Snapshots from the Petri Dish
2014

Northampton and Monroe Bar Association CLE
Adoption/Assisted Reproductive Technology
2010

Attorney endorsements

Received (14)

Given (11)

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Beth Knickerbocker

Family Attorney | Feb 07
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Jane Maughan

Family Attorney | May 16
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dorota is competent, ethical and thorough. She has earned an excellent reputation among her peers for the quality of her work and her ability to resolve cases efficiently and effectively."

Todd Mays

Unknown Attorney | Nov 30
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Victoria Opthof

Family Attorney | Sep 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer as a great mentor and family law practitioner. She is well respected in the legal community."

Russell Farbiarz

Family Attorney | Sep 20
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Sanford Simmons

Family Attorney | Sep 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Paul Frank

Family Attorney | Aug 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Kozak is an experienced and knowledgeable family law and adoption law attorney who is highly respected among her peers. She works very hard for our clients and I enjoy working with her to help them achieve their goals."

Rebecca Young

Adoption Attorney | Aug 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dorota is very knowledgeable about the adoption field. She has finalized adoptions for a wide range of clients, including step parents and parents adopting with the assistance of public and private agencies. In addition, Dorota is the only attorney in the Lehigh Valley who has expertise in assisted reproduction matters."

Oldrich Foucek

Family Attorney | Aug 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Matthew Tranter

Unknown Attorney | Aug 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Jonathan Huerta

Adoption Attorney | Aug 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dorota is on the cutting edge of new legal issues concerning adoption and ART (Assistive Reproductive Technology), and I wholly endorse this lawyer."

Gladys Wiles

Family Attorney | Jul 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dorota is a fantastic attorney and a wonderful asset to her clients. I would highly recommend her."

Raymond Lahoud

Adoption Attorney | Jul 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Kozak is a tremendous attorney and individual--a leading attorney in the practices of Adoption Law, Assisted Reproductive Technology Law, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Attorney Kozak is dedicated, intelligent, caring, and modern in her approaches to the law. Working with Attorney Kozak has been and remains a pleasure. Moreover, I cannot understate her devotion to each client, our community, and our legal profession. I strongly endorse Attorney Kozak."