Stepparent Adoptions

Naples, Florida, Stepparent Adoption Lawyer

Stepparent adoptions allow stepparents to have full legal and physical custody of their spouse's children. It gives stepparents the legal authority to make important medical decisions, sign legal documents and even pick up your children up from school or daycare.

Most stepparent adoptions are only considered by the courts if the non-custodial parent has no contact or limited contact with a child. Florida courts take the issue of the best interests of the children involved very seriously. Once the adoption is complete, the biological parent will have no parental rights over the child, including no obligation to pay child support. If your children have a close relationship with their stepfather or stepmother, adoption may not be the best option for your family.

If you have remarried after a divorce and are considering stepparent adoption, we can explain the process and discuss whether the option will work for you. Contact us, David T. Agoston Attorney at Law, today.

Meeting the Requirements

The adoption of a stepchild is one of the easiest adoptions to complete. However, if you do not meet the requirements, it can also easily be denied. Often the state or social services will conduct a homestudy to determine if the stepparent and stepchildren have a positive relationship and if the home is a stable and safe environment. A background check may also be necessary.

We will work hard to make the process go as smoothly as possible. I have served south Florida for 15 years and have extensive experience in the family law courts. We will make sure all necessary paperwork is filled out and turned in to the proper authorities in order to initiate and complete the adoption process.

If you are considering stepparent adoption, contact us, Collier County divorce attorney David T. Agoston. Se habla español.