KINSHIP GUARDIANSHIP
LEGAL GUIDANCE FOR GROWING FAMILIES ACROSS NYC
GIVE YOUR CARE THE LEGAL PROTECTION IT DESERVES
Many foster parents and relative caregivers provide long-term, loving homes for children—but without legal guardianship, they face limits on what they can do. KinGAP (Kinship Guardianship Assistance Program) offers a way to formalize that care while keeping families connected. We help guide caregivers through the KinGAP legal process, from start to finish.
WHAT IS KINGAP?
KinGAP allows qualified foster parents or relatives to become the legal guardians of a child in their care—without terminating the birth parents’ rights. It offers:
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Legal authority to make decisions for the child
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Monthly financial support (subsidy)
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Long-term security and family stability
The program is often used when reunification isn’t possible, but adoption isn’t the best fit. It’s especially helpful for older youth or caregivers who want to preserve biological ties.
WHO WE REPRESENT
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Foster parents ready to transition from temporary care to permanent guardianship
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Relatives—grandparents, aunts, siblings—caring for children involved with ACS or a foster care agency
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Caseworkers seeking a reliable legal partner to move KinGAP cases forward
WHY WORK WITH LUIS GUERRERO ON YOUR KINGAP CASE?
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Over 100 KinGAP Cases in the Last 5 Years
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Trusted by NYC Caseworkers and Agencies
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Hands-On, Responsive Legal Guidance
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Bilingual Service and Familiarity with Every NYC Family Court
Luis brings both legal precision and human understanding to every guardianship case. He’s worked closely with foster care agencies, ACS, and Family Court judges to ensure smooth, successful KinGAP transitions.
THE KINGAP PROCESS—WHAT’S INVOLVED
While every case varies, most KinGAP petitions involve:
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Review of Child and Caregiver Eligibility
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Agency and ACS Coordination
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Petition Drafting & Court Filing
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Family Court Hearing
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Final KinGAP Approval & Subsidy Setup
Luis works directly with your agency, case planner, and any necessary legal representatives to ensure the process moves forward without delay.
LET’S TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOGETHER
Whether you’re a caregiver or a caseworker, we’re here to make sure your KinGAP case gets the attention—and respect—it deserves.
CONTACT US
Address
14 Penn Plaza, 9th Fl.
New York, N.Y. 10122
Phone
917-997-1116