Adoption is an area of family law that does not involve a family separating. For Maryland residents who cannot have children of their own, adoption through a surrogate adds to and unites a family. Stepparents can formalize a bond with children from their spouses' prior marriages. Grandparents can provide consistency if the biological parents are deemed unfit or have passed away.
Annapolis Stepparent and Grandparent Adoption Lawyer
While adoption can be rewarding, the legal process is complicated and lengthy. At Schifanelli & Associates, LLC, your adoption attorney will remain at your side throughout the entire process. From the initial application to background checks to home visits, we guide you through the necessary steps toward adopting a child.
In adoptions that involve stepparents or grandparents, a biological mother or father must give up his or her status as a legal parent. Some adoption matters involve determining a biological parent's lack of fitness to raise his or her children. Advertisements in local newspapers are published to notify an absentee parent of a pending adoption.
Emotions run as high as the expectations for a successful adoption. However, the best interests of children come first. At our firm, we provide personalized representation to our clients while pursuing the best outcome on their behalves. Our attorneys have facilitated many successful adoptions for stepparents, grandparents, third parties and members of the GLBT community.
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For more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced Baltimore adoption attorney, please contact us at 888-719-7892 or 866-451-2176. ¿Habla español? Bienvenido.
