For non-biological parents in LGBTQ+ families, second parent adoption, also known as co-parent adoption or confirmatory adoption, is a legal process that helps protect parental rights regardless of what state the family may live in or travel to in the future, especially if laws that have been passed previously to protect LGBTQ+ families are challenged or repealed. This guide … [Read more...] about Complete Guide to Second Parent Adoption
Adoption Resources and Articles by Attorney Zach Townsend
Adoption articles and resources on our website include adoption topics such as:
- Stepparent adoption
- Infant adoption
- Interstate adoption
- Contested adoption
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GAL Home Visit Checklist: Prepare for Guardian ad Litem Success
A child custody case can be an overwhelming experience, especially when a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) becomes involved. Ensuring the well-being and safety of the child is the top priority of the Court and of the GAL, and it’s crucial to understand the GAL’s role and how to prepare for their home visit. Are you ready to confidently get through this process and create a positive … [Read more...] about GAL Home Visit Checklist: Prepare for Guardian ad Litem Success
Adult Adoption: Process, Reasons, and Legal Requirements
Adult adoption, the legal process of adopting an individual aged 18 or above, is a distinctive area of family law. The process of adult adoption is sometimes overlooked. The reason is adoptions often deal with parental rights, and parental rights are mostly eliminated when the child reaches the age of adulthood. However, there is a critical legal parent-child relationship that … [Read more...] about Adult Adoption: Process, Reasons, and Legal Requirements
ICPC Adoption: Your Guide to Interstate Placement Compliance
The ICPC is the set of laws that govern adoptions when the child is adopted from one state to adoptive parents who reside in another state. When adopting across state lines, ICPC adoption regulations are non-negotiable. You could be accused of child trafficking if you disregard the ICPC and take matters into your own hands. Cutting through the legal jargon, a roadmap to adhere … [Read more...] about ICPC Adoption: Your Guide to Interstate Placement Compliance
Zoom Court Dos and Don’ts
Zoom court is one of the many changes to our judicial system and family courts as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic that is here to stay. Long past the original lockdown and restrictions that necessitated virtual court, many counties are still holding court online. While it isn't ideal for many cases and proceedings, there are also advantages to using virtual appearances for … [Read more...] about Zoom Court Dos and Don’ts
How to Dress in Court: Mastering Courtroom Appearance
Entering a courtroom can feel like stepping onto a stage. The eyes of the judge, your opposing party, and the gallery are all upon you. The spotlight isn’t just on your words or actions, but on your appearance as well. How you present yourself can have a significant impact on the outcome of your case. Think of your appearance as a silent statement, a non-verbal testimony that … [Read more...] about How to Dress in Court: Mastering Courtroom Appearance
