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Christine Gale is a distinguished shareholder at Frank, Gale, Bails, Murcko & Pocrass, P.C., a prominent law firm based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. With a dedicated focus on adoption and complex family law, Ms. Gale brings a wealth of experience to her practice, adeptly navigating issues such as equitable distribution, pension and business valuation, alimony, custody, and support. Her extensive legal expertise extends throughout Pennsylvania, where she represents clients in both trial and appellate courts, ensuring their rights and interests are vigorously defended. Since 1997, Ms. Gale has been a respected voice in the legal community, annually presenting on the nuances of alimony at the Family Law Update for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute. Her commitment to education is further exemplified by her contributions as a speaker and author for the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Institute, where she has shared her insights through numerous articles and panel discussions. An influential figure in legal reform, Ms. Gale has co-authored the Pennsylvania Family Practice Manual and has written extensively on the tax implications of divorce in Pennsylvania. Her dedication to community service is evident through her involvement with organizations such as Smokefree Pennsylvania and the Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra. A proud alumna of the Pennsylvania State University, where she earned her B.A. in 1975, Ms. Gale obtained her Juris Doctorate with honors from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1981. Her leadership roles, including Past Chair of the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Family Law Section and multiple terms as a Council member for the Allegheny County Bar Association, underscore her commitment to advancing family law and supporting her clients with compassion and professionalism.
Adoption attorneys guide families through the legal process of adopting a child. They handle all legal requirements to create new family bonds. Common matters include domestic adoption, international adoption, stepparent adoption, foster care adoption.