Protecting the Rights of Stepparents and Grandparents
Many things can tear a family apart. Adoption can bring a new family together. At the Law Offices of Stephen E.S. Daray, we facilitate the process of stepparents and grandparents throughout Cleveland and Lorain County in becoming legal parents.
If you are looking to adopt your stepchild or grandchild, contact us at 216-712-7360 or 440-933-0878. We will get you through the lengthy, complex and ultimately rewarding process.
Identifying Your Needs in a Stepparent or Grandparent Adoption
As in any aspect of the law that directly affects children, their best interests are the sole focus. Biology does not determine a good parent. An ongoing and positive relationship with a child does. When you come to the Law Offices of Stephen E.S. Daray, we will identify the necessary steps to take in adopting a child, whether you are a stepparent or a grandparent.
Careful Steps in an Important Process
The first step is determining whether we need consent from the biological parent or parents. If we need their approval, we move forward to notify them of the pending adoption and secure that consent. More often, the critical analysis is determining those circumstancesthat do not require the biological parent's consent. This is often the most critical step in the process. Once that issue is resolved, the courts determine if the grandparent or stepparent adoption is best for the child. That involves a thorough process of interviews and investigations to ensure fitness of the new parent.
No matter what the facts hold in store or how long the adoption takes, Ohio attorney Stephen E.S. Daray will be at your side.
Contact Us
For more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced Cleveland-area lawyer regarding a grandparent or stepparent adoption or any child custody matter, please contact us.
