Raleigh Adoption Attorneys
When parents cannot provide the care their children need, adoption can be the best solution for everyone involved. A child gets a loving home, adoptive parents get a new family member, and biological parents are able to make a difficult but healthy decision for their children. Of course, there are drawbacks to go with the advantages, including many potential legal complications.
At the offices of Marshall & Taylor, P.C., we are happy to help families make the best arrangements for parents and children alike. Our Raleigh adoption attorneys can answer your questions, help you review your options, and represent you efficiently in and out of court. Call us today at 919-833-1040.
Types of Adoption
In North Carolina, anyone over the age of 18 who can provide a stable, loving home is eligible to adopt a child. Our Raleigh adoption attorneys can help clients with any kind of adoption arrangement, including:
- Adoption from the foster system: There are thousands of children in our state’s foster system waiting for permanent homes. They can be adopted through the Department of Social Services or a non-profit agency. Our experienced Raleigh adoption lawyers can help you learn more about adopting or serving as a foster parent.
- Adoption within a family: Not all adopted children are taken in by people outside their families. Grandparents, stepparents, and other blood relatives can also adopt children in need. This kind of case can be complex, however, particularly if the biological parent or parents have not yet agreed to relinquish parental rights.
- Open adoption: This is a relatively new arrangement in our state, although open adoptions have existed for centuries. In this kind of adoption, biological parents meet and choose adoptive parents for their children. They can also maintain contact with the adoptive parents if they choose.
- International adoption: Families decide to adopt from outside the US for a variety of social and personal reasons. These adoptions are usually arranged between private or non-profit agencies and the governments of the countries involved. It is important to note that each country has its own requirements for adoption eligibility.
All of these choices come with their own pros and cons, which an experienced lawyer can help you learn more about.
Contact Us
Raleigh adoption attorneys Marshall & Taylor, P.C. can help you anticipate and handle the complicated legal issues surrounding any kind of adoption. Contact us at 919-833-1040.