Adoption Attorney in Everett, Washington
At the law office of Jack D. Clark, P.C., we are fully aware that the times of nuclear families are behind us. After divorce may come a second marriage, creating mixed families and the potential for step-parent adoption.
Are you a step-parent interested in legally adopting your step-children? If you have been acting as father or mother to your step-children and wish to make the relationship official we can help. In some situations, natural parents may be willing to terminate their parental rights to allow step-parent adoptions.
We have the experience to assist either party in the step-parent adoption process, whether you are the natural parent wishing to sign your rights over or the new spouse wishing to become a legal adoptive parent to the children. Call the law office of Jack D. Clark, P.C. at 425-212-1970 or contact us by e-mail.
Why Step-parent Adoption?
Step-parent adoption can be a useful tool for many families. Adoption of a child by a step-parent may offer improved stability, health insurance, and estate planning benefits.
In any situation where step-parents are considering adoption a child, it is important to know the rights of all parties. Our lawyers will assist either the adopting step-parent or the consenting natural parent.
How Does Adoption Work?
Once both parties agree to the adoption, a court-appointed intermediary will conduct criminal background checks, conduct interviews with both the parents and the children and visit the home to ensure a safe living environment. Following the completion of this process, the intermediary will draft a report to the court as to whether the adoption is recommended or not recommended.
How Can We Help?
At the law office of Jack D. Clark, P.C., we are pleased to represent either the natural parents or step-parents throughout the adoption process. We assist in getting written consent from natural parents, drafting the petition to adopt as well as the decree of adoption, and attending the adoption hearing.
Once the adoption is complete, we work with the state department to change information on birth certificates.
To speak to a lawyer regarding your adoption questions, call us at 425-212-1970 or e-mail us today.
Jack D. Clark, P.C.
3014 Hoyt Ave
Everett, WA 98201
Telephone: 425-212-1970 | Toll Free: 866-929-3161 | Fax: 425-388-9999
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