When adopting a child, it can be
both the most stressful and the most exciting time in adoptive parents’
life. The attorneys at Hanis Irvine Prothero, PLLC, understand
the importance of the situation, and take deep satisfaction in providing
representation to the adoptive parents while becoming a new family.
Our attorneys understand that birth parents are also experiencing
difficult and emotional circumstances. We work with the birth
parents to ensure that they understand their rights, providing guidance
to help determine the best possible situation for them and their child.
Whether dealing with Independent, Agency, Open, Stepparent, or Interstate
Adoption, our attorneys have the necessary tools and skills to guide
our clients through this process. This is important as it can
save time and, more importantly, begin establishing that new family
relationship.
Our attorneys also work with both the birth and adoptive
parents to establish a trusting relationship. This is key as
it will provide comfort to the birth parents as they make the difficult
decision to place their child for adoption. In the case of an
Open Adoption, this also helps in what will be a long relationship
between both sets of parents, as the child grows.
Before starting
the adoption process, it is important to seek legal advice as each
state, when applicable, may have varying requirements. Certain
steps can be taken to make the process as quick and smooth as possible.
Our attorneys look forward to being able to provide representation
during this wonderful time in a new family’s life.
