Waco Adoption Attorneys
Achieve Your Goals with Our Accomplished Legal Advocates
Adoption is a wonderful thing. Unfortunately, the adoption process can
be confusing, frustrating, and time-consuming. At
Blanchard & Thomas, we have navigated that road many, many times with our clients. If you
are looking to adopt a child, having a good lawyer who knows the process
and can efficiently guide you through your case can take away your stress
so you can focus on your family. We take great pride in helping prospective
parents adopt happy children to complete their family. We can help you
through every step of the process from the application to the day you
take your new child home with you for the first time.
If you are thinking about adopting a child, call us to schedule your initial consultation, today.
What Is Required to Become an Adoptive Parent in Texas?
There are many logistical requirements and criteria to become an adoptive parent in the State of Texas; the most important, and yet unspoken, of which is that you are fully committed to becoming an adoptive parent. Our attorneys are happy to provide you with an overview of what to expect throughout the adoption process so that you can make an informed decision.
In Texas, the following are requirements for prospective adoptive parents:
- You must be at least 21 years old.
- You must be financially stable.
- You must complete an application to adopt.
- You must share your background and lifestyle information.
- You must provide references.
- You must provide proof of marriage or divorce (if applicable).
- You must complete a home study.
- You must submit a criminal and child abuse background check on all adults living in the household.
It is not necessary to be married in order to pursue adoption. Many single parents go through the adoption process with great success.
The Adoption Process in Texas
Once you have decided on adopting, you must decide what type of adoption you wish to pursue. This can include adopting older children or infants, adopting domestically or internationally, and adopting with the intent of continued communication with the birth parent or not.
The process typically then unfolds like this:
- Choosing an adoption attorney or agency
- Completing a home study through the state or through an agency
- Interviewing with your caseworker
- Waiting for a call
- Being matched with a child
- Finalizing the adoption
Each step in the process can come with its own unique challenges. Our firm can help you navigate these issues and work towards achieving your goal of becoming an adoptive parent.
Contact Blanchard & Thomas for Personal Service
Our firm understands the frustrations that can arise in any legal process, but especially when the future of you and a potential addition to your family is on the line. We help you anticipate any problems and work through each step of the process in an informed way. Each of our attorneys has been recognized for their accomplishments and can be trusted to handle your case with diligence and compassion.
Contact us at (866) 251-0624 to find out more about your legal options.