Stepparent Adoption
Helping blended families secure legal parental rights through stepparent adoption proceedings.
Practice Area
Dallas Adoption Attorneys Guiding You Through The Journey
Adopting a child is a monumental decision that changes lives forever. With the help of a skilled adoption attorney, you can find the guidance you need to grow your family with confidence through every step of the Texas adoption process.
Comprehensive Adoption Services Tailored To Your Needs
Our founding attorney, Katie L. Lewis, and her colleagues Andrew Kerns and Erica Eslinger are all board-certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. This added level of quality showcases our commitment to excellence and our extensive knowledge of Texas family law.
We are dedicated to providing compassionate and thorough representation to clients throughout the Dallas area for all of their adoption needs, from initial consultation through finalization.
How We Can Help
Private & Agency Adoption
Guiding families through private and agency adoptions with experienced legal representation.
Second-Parent Adoption
Helping LGBTQ+ families establish legal parental rights through second-parent adoption.
Parental Rights Termination
Navigating the legal steps required to terminate existing parental rights when adoption requires court approval.
How Does The Adoption Process Work In Texas?
Initial Consultation And Planning
We discuss your adoption goals, answer your questions, and develop a plan tailored to your family's needs.
Navigating Legal Requirements
Adoption involves termination of parental rights when applicable, home studies, and court approvals that we help you manage.
What Can Disqualify An Adoption?
Texas requires background checks and may consider criminal history, substance abuse, health issues, and home stability.
Focus On Calm Resolutions
We use creative representation strategies to seek calm and amicable resolutions, avoiding unnecessary litigation when possible.
Contact
469-895-438110440 N. Central Expressway, Suite 1100
Dallas, Texas 75231
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Focus On Client Goals And Calm Resolutions
Our adoption attorneys place your goals at the center of our practice. We provide clear communication about where you are in the process, what comes next, and how we are preparing for it.
We Help With
- Stepparent Adoption
- Private Adoption
- Agency Adoption
- Second-Parent Adoption
Guiding You Through Every Legal Step
Whether you are adopting through a local agency or pursuing an international adoption, we help you through the legal obstacles and prepare any paperwork that is needed.
We Help With
- Home Study Requirements
- Court Approvals
- Parental Rights Termination
- Adoption Finalization
Family Law Experts
Attorney Leads for Adoption Matters
Trusted Across Dallas Family Law Community
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas Adoptions
Second-parent adoption allows a nonbiological parent to legally adopt a partner's child. Even if the nonbiological or nongestational parent has their name on the child's birth certificate, that only creates a presumption of parentage in Texas. Formal second-parent adoption extends all of the rights and protections associated with legal parenthood.
Start Your Adoption Journey With Us
Our team is ready to help your family grow through adoption. Contact us to schedule your initial consultation and get trusted legal guidance tailored to your goals.
Contact the Firm
10440 N. Central Expressway, Suite 1100Dallas, Texas 75231
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