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Adoption Services

Building families through compassionate adoption legal services.

Our Adoption Services

Adoption is a beautiful way to build your family, but the legal process can be complex. We guide prospective parents through every step of the adoption journey, ensuring all legal requirements are met while making the process as smooth as possible.

Adoption Services We Provide

Stepparent Adoptions

Domestic Infant Adoptions

International Adoptions

Foster Care Adoptions

Adult Adoptions

Second Parent Adoptions

Kinship Adoptions

Adoption Finalization

Birth Parent Rights Termination

Why Choose Us for Adoption

Experienced in all types of adoptions

Compassionate guidance through emotional process

Thorough handling of all legal requirements

Coordination with adoption agencies

Protection of your parental rights

Support through post-placement period

Our Process

1

Consultation

Discuss your adoption goals and determine the best path forward for your family.

2

Petition Filing

Prepare and file all necessary adoption paperwork with the appropriate court.

3

Home Study & Requirements

Navigate home study requirements and any necessary consents or terminations.

4

Finalization

Attend the adoption hearing and receive the final adoption decree.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does adoption take?

Timeline varies by type. Stepparent adoptions may take 3-6 months. Domestic infant adoptions can take 1-3 years. International adoptions typically take 2-4 years.

What is required for a stepparent adoption?

Requirements include consent from the legal parent you're married to, termination of the other birth parent's rights (through consent or court order), a home study in some cases, and court approval.

Can a birth parent change their mind?

In New York, a birth parent can revoke consent within 45 days after signing in a private adoption, or 30 days in an agency adoption, unless the consent was executed in court.

Get Help With Adoption Services

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discuss your adoption services matter with an experienced family law attorney.

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contact@dbarotlaw.com
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