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Adoption

Philadelphia Adoption Attorneys

Expanding a family through adoption can be an exciting and rewarding experience for the parents, the adopted child and for other children in the family. Make sure all documents have been carefully reviewed by an experienced family law attorney to assure your adopted child's rights as well as your parental rights.

Fort Washington: 215.392.4217
Lancaster: 717.207.7971
Mount Carmel: 570.339.4589

If you are planning an adoption, be sure you understand all your legal rights and obligations. At the Timoney Knox law firm, we assist families in the Philadelphia area as they make the decision to adopt.

Stepparent adoption: Blending a family can be filled with challenges and opportunities. If you want to adopt your spouse's biological children, contact a lawyer to discuss the laws regarding stepparent adoption.

Agency and private adoptions: An adoption is an important step for a family. Make sure all the paperwork is complete and properly filed so that there will be no questions about your adopted child's rights or your parental rights.

Surrogacy: If a surrogate mother will be carrying your baby, be sure that all parties to the surrogacy agreement are aware of their rights and obligations.

After an adoption, remember to evaluate and revise your estate plan as needed.

Do not take chances with an adoption. Contact an adoption attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania who will assure that your child's adoption documents meet all legal requirements.