Texas Step-Parent Adoption Attorney
Is the time right for you to adopt your stepchild? The family law attorneys at Kerr, Hendershot & Cannon have experience in all types of family law matters relating to step-parent adoption, child custody and guardianship law.
Benefits of Hiring a Houston Adoption Lawyer for Step-Parent Adoption
If the biological parent of your spouse's child is no longer part of the picture, adopting your stepchild will complete your family. Kerr, Hendershot & Cannon does not handle agency adoptions. We will guide your family through the family adoption process, including dealing with the requirements of terminating parental rights of the non-custodial parent, if necessary, and handling all necessary paperwork and applications.
As a Married Step-Parent, You Will Qualify to Adopt
Adoption is permanent. It is not a temporary plan to provide your stepchild safety from an abusive parent. After the initial process to find and notify the child's biological parent and end parental rights, Texas courts will presume that step-parent adoption is the best option for the child.
We Help with Grandparent Adoptions, Too
If you are the grandparent or extended family member who has been the primary caregiver for a child, you may qualify for adoption. You will have to prove that you are recognized by the child as the primary caregiver or "parent" for an extended period of time and that the biological parents have no interest or capacity to provide parental care.
If you are interested in step-parent adoption or private family member adoption, talk to one of our attorneys today. We are a leading law firm providing services for successful private adoptions. From our offices in Houston and Corpus Christi, we provide legal advice and representation for adoptive parents throughout South Texas. Contact our offices to arrange a consultation with a knowledgeable Texas step-parent adoption lawyer today.
