LGBTQ+ Family Law

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The Emotional Weight of Being "Out" in a Legal Process

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The Emotional Weight of Being "Out" in a Legal Process

For many LGBTQ+ individuals, family law matters involve more than court filings and paperwork. Questions about identity, visibility, family, and fairness can add another layer of stress to an already emotional process. This article explores those realities and why affirming legal representation matters.

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Rainbow Kids in a Red State: When Your Child's Identity Becomes a Custody Issue

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Rainbow Kids in a Red State: When Your Child's Identity Becomes a Custody Issue

When parents disagree about a child’s gender identity, it can become part of a custody case. Learn how Nebraska courts approach these situations and what parents should know.

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Purpose, Presence, and the Power of Showing Up

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Purpose, Presence, and the Power of Showing Up

Jodie McGill shares how purpose, presence and connection shape McGill Law’s work in Nebraska, serving diverse families with empathy and advocacy.

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Adoption: Protecting and Affirming All Types of Families

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Adoption: Protecting and Affirming All Types of Families

Adoption isn’t just for newborns. In Nebraska and Iowa, confirmation and affirmation adoptions help LGBTQ+ parents, stepparents, and blended families legally secure the families they’ve already built. Learn how adoption can protect your rights, formalize relationships, and provide peace of mind.

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Estate Planning in Nebraska: Why Having a Will Matters

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Estate Planning in Nebraska: Why Having a Will Matters

Dying without a will in Nebraska can lead to outcomes you didn’t intend. Find out what really happens to your estate and how to protect the people and causes you care about.

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Support or Oppose? Legislative Updates to Guide our Female Focused Community

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Support or Oppose? Legislative Updates to Guide our Female Focused Community

Nebraska’s 2025 legislative session brings key proposals impacting women and marginalized communities. McGill Law opposes bills restricting workers’ rights, transgender inclusion, wages, and abortion access while supporting tenant protections, domestic violence aid, contraceptive access, and fair legislative pay.

The Intersection of Law and LGBTQ+ Issues

The Intersection of Law and LGBTQ+ Issues

While significant strides have been made in protecting LGBTQ+ rights, challenges remain. Whether dealing with family law issues, workplace discrimination, healthcare access, housing rights, or identity documentation, having knowledgeable legal support is crucial. At McGill Law, we are here to help you navigate these complexities with confidence and compassion.