Adoption Attorney

The Adoption Process in Cedar Rapids, Mason City, and Des Moines

Many parents choose to adopt a child because they cannot have their own children, or choose not to.  If you are wishing to adopt a child it is advisable to have an adoption lawyer assist you with the process, as it can be complex and requires someone with the skill needed to prepare all of the necessary documents that will ensure you will have no problems in the future.  In Iowa, if you wish to adopt you will first need to be approved by a Certified Adoption Investigator.  Following an in depth investigation of your qualifications, you will either be approved or disapproved for adoption.

Once approved you will need to find an agency to adopt from or locate your own birth mother.  At this step in the process, once an agency or birth mother is located, you will need the experience and knowledge of an family law attorney to assist you with the complex issues to be determined in any adoption process, such as specifics as to what will be paid for the adoption, the logistics during the birth, locating the birth father and obtaining his release for the adoption and releasing his parental rights.  Once the child is born, a Release of Custody must be signed by both biological parents, which basically states that they are agreeing to release the child, but allows them a period of time after the birth to change their minds.  A Termination Hearing is then scheduled, followed by an Adoption Hearing.  As can be seen, the adoption process can be intricate and special skills are needed to ensure the process is handled smoothly.

Responsibilities of Adoption

Attempting to adopt a child can be a very time consuming and difficult task if you attempt to do it on your own.  In Iowa, adopting is a legal process that requires careful legal documentation to protect your interests as well as those of the person giving up the child.  Once you adopt, you will be assuming full responsibility for the care and well being of the child.  The biological parent will agree to give up all rights as a parent.  Adoption is a big responsibility that must be given much thought and in fact requires considerable qualification through the legal system.  To ensure your legal rights and that of the child are adequately taken care of, using the McGuire Law Firm to assist you with your adoption will ensure you have the dedicated and caring adoption attorneys you need for this process.  Our firm has helped numerous prospective parents achieve the goal of adopting and we look forward  to helping you as well.

When in need of an experienced and compassionate legal counsel, contact an Adoption Attorney at our firm.