STEPPARENT ADOPTION FORMS
You can now complete your stepparent adoption - No Attorney Fees.
Stepparent adoption brings security, unity, and a sense of belonging to stepchildren who may feel disconnected from their family. While they are fully loved, having only one active parent and often being the only family member with a different last name can impact their confidence and self-esteem. Adopting your stepchild not only strengthens your bond but also provides them with the legal recognition and stability they deserve.
We understand that many families want to give their child the gift of adoption but are unable to afford the high costs of an attorney. That’s where we come in. Our program offers a professional, affordable solution to unite your family without the burden of expensive legal fees. For decades, we have been empowering families across the country to successfully complete their adoptions.
Our adoption process is designed to ensure your success. We prepare all the legal documents you need, customized to your situation and compliant with court requirements. Once prepared, we send them to you ready to sign and file with confidence. Our support team is with you every step of the way to guide you through the process. Courts across the nation have praised our program, and countless families in your state have used it to finalize their adoptions. Now it’s your turn to give the gift of adoption to your stepchild and create lasting unity for your family.
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Find out if a Step Parent Adoption is right for you.
The first step in completing a step parent adoption, is determining whether you are eligible to do an adoption. Most of the adoptions have one of the following situations; (1) the absent parent has abandoned the child for a considerable amount of time, typically over one year, or (2) the absent parent is willing to sign a consent, or (3) the other parent is deceased. By far the most common situation is that the absent parent has abandoned the child.
Adopting your stepchild is now possible - without high attorney fees.
Adoption when the other parent is deceased:
Is the adoption process simpler if the other biological parent has passed away?
Yes, when the other biological parent is deceased, the adoption process is generally more straightforward. If the child is receiving Social Security death benefits from the deceased parent, these benefits typically continue after the adoption.
Name change in an adoption:
Can we change the child's name during the adoption process?
Yes, upon the court's finalization of the adoption, the child's legal name is changed. You also have the option to change the child's first and/or middle name during this process.
New birth certificate:
Will the adopted child receive a new birth certificate?
Yes, after the adoption is finalized, the adopted child will receive a new birth certificate reflecting their new name and listing the adoptive parent(s) as the legal parent(s).
Adoption processing time:
How long does the adoption process take?
The duration of the adoption process varies. Typically, it takes about three months to finalize an adoption. However, we've seen cases completed in as little as two weeks and others that have taken up to six months.
Court costs:
What are the costs associated with the adoption process?
Our fee for preparing your adoption forms is $325. Additionally, you will incur court costs, which may include filing fees, background checks, and service fees for notifying the other parent. Estimating these costs can be challenging, especially if the other parent's whereabouts are unknown, as serving them can be more expensive. On average, you should anticipate court costs of approximately $300 - $500.
Stepparent Adoption Forms:
Are the adoption forms tailored to our specific situation?
Absolutely. We prepare forms specific to each state and customized to your family's unique circumstances. Our team ensures that your documents are professionally prepared and meet all court requirements. We offer a 100% money-back guarantee that your documents will be approved by the court.
Consent from the Other Biological Parent
Do we need consent from the child's other biological parent for the adoption?
In most of the adoptions we help our families complete, the natural father is not signing a consent. This is typically because he has abandoned the child and in many cases, his (or her) whereabouts are unknown. If the other parent has abandoned the child, is deemed unfit, the court may terminate their parental rights without requiring any written consent.
Home Study Requirements
Is a home study necessary for a stepparent adoption?
In many states, stepparent adoptions may not require a home study, especially if the child already resides with the stepparent and biological parent. However, requirements vary by jurisdiction, and we will let you know if a home-study will be required. Home studies in stepparent adoptions, when required, are much more simplistic as compared to other types of adoptions.
Impact on Child Support
Will the adoption affect existing child support arrangements?
Yes, once the adoption is finalized, the legal relationship between the child and the non-custodial biological parent is terminated, which typically ends any existing child support obligations from that parent. The adoptive parent assumes all parental rights and responsibilities, including financial support. The previous parent will remain liable for any past-due child support.
By addressing these common questions, we aim to provide clarity and support as you navigate the adoption process. If you have further inquiries or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.
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THE ADOPTION PROCESS
The court wants the child to have the unity and security of a two-parent home, and when the absent parent is not active in the child’s life, then the court will do the adoption without the consent of the other parent. If the other parent is willing to sign a consent, that will make the adoption easier, but if the absent parent has abandoned the child, then you can do the adoption without the father’s consent.
Stepparent & Adult Adoption.
You no longer need to spend thousands on an attorney to complete your adoption. We give you the power to complete your own stepparent or adult adoption. We help you through all the stages of the adoption process, until the adoption is finalized and a new birth certificate is issued for the adoptee.
We understand what the courts need in finalized an adoption, and will make sure that you have everything you need to have your adoption successfully processed and finalized by the court.
To get started, click the buttons our site that says "Start your Adoption". This will take you to our questionnaire which provides our legal department the information needed to complete the legal documents for your adoption.
FACT: The documents we prepare for your family will be different from what we prepare for another family. This is because the adoption forms are prepared specifically for your situation. This is why it is important to put in as much information as possible in our online questionnaire.
Once you submit your order, our team will prepare your adoption forms and send them to you ready to sign and file with the court. Then our support department will stay with you through the entire adoption process.
COMPLETING AN ADOPTION
We have helped thousands of families successfully complete their adoptions. Whether it is a stepparent adoption or adult adoption, we can make it possible for you to complete your adoption without having to pay high attorney fees. No matter your situation, whether the father's identity is unknown, or any other issue, we will be able to help guide you through the adoption process.
Giving you the power to complete your adoption.
Courts understand that it is in the child's best interest to have two active and legal parents. When one parent is not active in the child's life, the court will do what is best for the child, and approve an adoption, with consent or proper grounds, upon the submission of the proper legal adoption documents.
We have seen every possible situation, and can help all of these families complete the adoption. Whether it is a surrogacy adoption, unknown father, multiple fathers, or deceased parents, we have the experience to help you complete your adoption - Guaranteed!
Don't let the high cost of an attorney stop you from completing your stepparent or adult adoption. You now have a legal and affordable means to complete your adoption and unite your family.
GET STARTED WITH YOUR ADOPTION
Our online questionnaire provides our legal department with the information we need to prepare you adoption forms. Our experienced adoption team will prepare your filing documents and send them to you ready to sign and file with the court.
SIMPLE 3-STEP PROCESS: Complete the questionnaire, then review and sign your adoption forms, and file with the court. Our step-by-step instructions will help guide you through the process.
Court Experience
With more than 100,000 court document prepared over the past 20 years, we have the experience to make sure your adoption papers are correct.
Low Cost-Only $325
Our Alabama adoption department will make sure your documents are ready to file. We will prepare your document right - All for $325 (You will also have a court filing fee that you will pay later to the Court).
Court Guarantee
You can file with confidence, we back every customer with a 100% money-back court acceptance guarantee.
Our detailed instructions make the adoption process simple.