Arkansas LGBT and Transgender Law Attorney

LGBT and Transgender Law: LGBT Law addresses the legal services for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community members throughout Arkansas. Transgender Law focuses on issues of the overwhelming discrimination that transgender people and their families face so that all people can live safely, authentically, and free from discrimination regardless of their gender identity or expression. 

Lauro Law provides legal service and advice to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals and same-sex couples in:

• Identity Transition Assistance
• Name Changes
• Gender Changes
• Adoptions
• Shared Parenting Agreements
• Estate & Life Planning

Also see Transgender and LGBT of the Lauro Law Library for a list of "Legal Issues Affecting Same-sex and Transgender Families in Arkansas 2012" and the article "Representing Transgender Clients" by Michael V. Lauro, Jr. that first appeared in the Arkansas Bar Association’s Young Lawyer Section “In Brief”, summer 2011 edition.

Name Change generally refers to a legal act allowing a person to adopt a name different from their name at birth, marriage, or adoption.  A legal name change through a court order is the first step in the name-change process. A person must officially register the new name with the appropriate authorities as a result of this court order. This process includes notifying various government agencies, each of which may require legal proof of the name change and may charge a fee. Important government agencies to be notified include the Social Security Administration, Bureau of Consular Affairs (for passports), the United States Postal Service, and the Department of Motor Vehicles (for a new driver's license or state identification card). Additionally, the new name must be registered with other institutions such as employers, banks, doctors, mortgage, insurance, and credit card companies.

This is one of the most requested legal services we provide for clients. If you are considering legally changing your name we are here to help you through the process. For information about the process we use, court filings requirements and identity documents that need to be changed, please browse through our Library or select Name Change Process.

Estate & Life Planning for LGBT individuals and couples is an important issue in Arkansas.  Let Lauro Law's experience in LGBT estate and life planning in Arkansas help protect you and your family with specific legal documents such as Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, HIPPA Releases, Living Wills, and many other estate planning documents.  Also, we can prepare specific Will or Trust packages that provide selected estate planning documents at discounted prices.  Find out more about our Estate & Life Planning Practice Area or visit the Lauro Law Library for additional Estate Planning information.

Contact Lauro Law, PLLC by calling 501-613-6529 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.

Arkansas Estate & Life Planning Lawyer

Estate and Life Planning involves the development of legal documents for protecting your family and relationship during your life; property disposition upon death according to the client’s wishes; avoiding the probate process whenever possible; navigating through probate; minimizing estate taxes; and providing future income for family members after death.

Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) individuals and couples can also utilize effective estate and life planning to accomplish their personal and financial goals while protecting their property, themselves and those they love from personal and financial hardship.

Lauro Law, PLLC can assist you and your family prepare an effective estate and life plan for the particular issues which may present themselves upon the incapacity, temporary or permanent, upon the death of you or your loved ones, and within everyday life.

Lauro Law, PLLC provides legal advice and representation to Arkansas clients in:

• Wills
• Trusts
• Estate Tax Planning
• Probate
• Adoption
• Name Changes (Adults and Minors)
• Surrogacy
• Living Wills and Healthcare Proxy (Advanced Health Care Directives)
• HIPAA Releases
• Hospital Visitation Authorizations
• Hospital & School Authorizations
• Nominations of Guardian (Adults and Minors)
• Powers of Attorney
• Funeral Arrangement Authorizations

These are some of the most requested legal services we provide for clients.  If you are considering Estate and Life Planning, we are here to help you through the process.  For information about the goals of Estate and Life Planning, the process we use and descriptions of documents we can include, please visit our Estate and Life Planning Goals in the Lauro Law Library.

Call Lauro Law, PLLC by calling 501-613-6529 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and let us help you protect your family and assets.

Arkansas Estate Planning & LGBT Law Attorney

When you are challenged with a legal issue that could significantly impact you or your family, you want an attorney with experience who can understand your situation and dedicate the time necessary to provide superior legal service.

Lauro Law, PLLC offers professional and affordable legal services and advice to our clients.

We will work with you and your family to develop an environment of trust and confidence that will promote resolutions to your legal issues and concerns.  We will gather pertinent information concerning your situation with questionnaires and personal interviews.

Our staff will take the time to answer questions, explain your rights and options, return calls and emails promptly and keep you informed about the status of your case.

Lauro Law, PLLC has an experienced and highly qualified staff to represent you and your family. 

We offers professional legal services in the following areas:

• Estate & Life Planning

• LGBT and Transgender Law

If you have questions, contact us. We offer free initial consultations, and are available for weekend and evening appointments.
Contact Lauro Law, PLLC by calling 501-613-6529 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information and to schedule an initial consultation.