Adoption

Did you know that one out of every 25 families in the United States has a child who has been adopted? Though the United States’ adoption system encourages individuals to consider the option of adopting, there is a thorough screening process involved in placing a child with the right family. This means that there are multiple steps that need to be taken over the course of a handful of months in order for you to successfully adopt a child. This process can be made easier if you decide to hire an adoption attorney. At Koontz Law, we have experience in helping countless couples to build the family that they have always dreamed of through the legal journey that is adoption. 

What Is Adoption? 

Adoption is defined as the action of legally taking custody of another individual's child. When a person over the age of 18 years old adopts a minor who is under the age of 18, he/she is legally agreeing to raise that child as their own, despite that child not being their biological child. In order for the adoption to go through, the potential guardian must be screened. Some of the most common ways that people seeking to adopt are screened include: 

Adoption in North Carolina

Adoption attorneys are professional, experienced attorneys who help to facilitate the adoption process. It is significant to hire an adoption attorney when going through such a process because the adoption must be completed under North Carolina state law and federal laws. In addition, adoption lawyers function to act as a potential adoptive parent’s advocate. This can be helpful so that adoptive parents can get their questions answered, and have a guide and support system throughout the process. There are many rules when it comes to adopting in North Carolina, including but not limited to: 

How Koontz Law Can Help

When it comes to adopting a child, you want to ensure that the entire process goes as smoothly as possible. With so many different legal steps, you may have trouble navigating and figuring out how the adoption process works. At Koontz Law, we have over 8 years of industry experience helping adoptive parents to legally adopt a child into their family. We understand how important this is to you, and we remain compassionate and supportive every step of the way. After all, we are here to guide you, answer your questions, and remain as your point of contact. We can also advocate for you, and ensure that the entire process is done following the correct legal laws. 

Accelerate the Adoption Process With Koontz Law

If you have come to the decision that you would like to adopt a child, you may feel impatient. You are likely so excited to have this child join your family that you just want to accept them into your home with welcoming arms as soon as possible! The best option to ensure that the process is done in a fast, legal way is to hire a legal representative, such as the attorneys at Koontz Law. We’ve been through this process many times, and we are excited to help support you through it as well! Contact us today to learn more about how our adoption law services can help you, or schedule a consultation.