The Law Center, S.C. – Madison, WI

Comprehensive Family & Adoption Law Services in Madison

Advocating for All Families Since 2002

The Law Center, S.C. is a specialized law firm located in downtown Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to the diverse needs of modern families. Founded in 2002 as The Law Center for Children & Families, the firm has built a reputation for excellence in adoption, surrogacy, and LGBTQ+ family law. Whether you are building a family through assisted reproduction, navigating a divorce, or seeking to protect your legacy through estate planning, The Law Center provides knowledgeable and affirming legal representation.

• Divorce & Family Law: Expert handling of divorce, legal separation, and child support matters with a focus on minimizing conflict and protecting children’s well-being.
• Adoption & Surrogacy: A nationally recognized practice in assisted reproduction law, surrogacy agreements, and all forms of adoption including step-parent and international adoption.
• LGBTQ+ Family Law: Dedicated legal services for same-sex couples, including parentage orders, cohabitation agreements, and specific estate planning needs.
• Estate Planning & Probate: helping individuals and families prepare for the future with wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
• Real Estate & Business: Legal assistance for buying or selling homes and forming small businesses.

A History of Breaking Barriers

The firm was established by attorneys Lynn Bodi, Carol Gapen, and Judy Sperling-Newton, who saw a need for a practice that specifically addressed the unique challenges faced by children and non-traditional families. In 2013, the firm merged with Winter Law Office, expanding its expertise to include real estate and business law. Today, The Law Center, S.C. continues to lead with a philosophy that the best interests of the child are paramount.

Why Select The Law Center?

Choosing the right attorney is a personal decision. The Law Center, S.C. offers a unique blend of compassion and cutting-edge legal expertise. Their attorneys are frequently involved in shaping the laws that affect families in Wisconsin. If you need a Madison divorce lawyer or an adoption attorney who understands the nuances of your specific situation, this team is prepared to help. They utilize modern tools like secure online portals to make the legal process as smooth and transparent as possible for their clients.

We believe children have the right to be loved, nurtured, respected, and free from harm, fear, and uncertainty. This is what drives us.

Located on West Washington Avenue, the firm serves clients throughout Dane County and beyond. They are committed to finding creative solutions to complex legal problems, often using mediation and collaborative law techniques to resolve disputes outside of court whenever possible.