Samantha Cooper

Samantha Cooper

September 27, 2024 | New York Law Journal

The Missing Law for Pets of Unmarried Partners

As of 2021, the interests of pets of divorcing married partners are well-protected. However, there is a gap in the law for pets of separating partners who were never married. Those unlucky pets are still being treated the same as furniture and cars.

By Ian Steinberg and Samantha Cooper

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