Adult Adoption

One practice area that we have been assisting in with greater frequency is adult adoption. If this is something that you are interested in or are in the position to do, you can contact one of our wonderful legal professionals here at Adoption Law Firm Anaheim California servicing all of California and complete an Adult Adoption Intake form to begin your process. We will have a consultation with you to learn more about your unique case and see how our services can assist you in this adoption process.

There are many reasons why prospective clients contact Adoption Law Firm Anaheim California servicing all of California to receive guidance in pursuit of an adult adoption. One of the reasons why someone might venture this route is because they are a step parent or foster parent that has raised the child or has been a part of the child’s life for an extended period of time. Completing an adult adoption solidifies the family and formalizes the emotional bond that was created and developed over time. We have seen first hand how validating the adult adoption process is for the child and parent relationship and are truly honored to be a part of that journey by providing our ethical legal services.

The process that Adoption Law Firm Anaheim California servicing all of California facilitates is oftentimes much simpler than other adoptions for a few reasons. One reason is because the child, or adoptee, must be 18 years or older for the process to be completed and solidified. This means that consent from a biological parent is not required and will simply be a decision made between the adoptee and the adoptive parent. In some states such as California, the adoptive parent must be at least 10 years older than the adoptee, but regulations can vary from state to state. Having knowledgeable and informed representation and legal counsel is of the utmost importance to ensure that the process is done correctly and with great ease. By contacting us, we will ensure that all of your questions are answered and that we can direct you on the right path to achieving the adult adoption that you’re seeking.

If an adult child who is 18 years old or older is adopted, they will receive certain benefits such as the ability to receive legal inheritance rights as well as receive medical decision making authority. Once adopted, the adoptee will receive a new birth certificate and will also be granted the opportunity to change their last name to the last name of the adoptive parent. This is just another step in solidifying the family which may sound simple, however, we have seen the dramatic impact that changing a last name can have in a child and adoptive parents life.

Adoption Law Firm Anaheim California servicing all of California has also seen cases of clients interested in adopting another adult to be able to provide the appropriate medical care for the person. This is particularly valuable if the adoptee is an adult with a disability and is unable to take care of themselves or even make medical decisions on their own. An adoptive parent can pursue an adult adoption to not only be granted the authority to make important medical decisions on the adoptee’s behalf, but also have the opportunity to add the adoptee to their health insurance plan to ensure that they receive the care that is required. This relationship will not only be that of an adoptive parent and adoptee, but oftentimes of a disabled person and an adoptive parent committed to becoming that person’s caretaker. Our ethical and knowledgeable legal professionals have experienced some of the most heart warming cases as they’ve helped clients navigate the adult adoption legal process. Ted R. Youmans and the entire staff would love the opportunity to assist you in this process and walk alongside you in this life changing journey.

Another reason someone might pursue an adult adoption is when a child reconnects with their biological parent(s) after adulthood and both child and biological parent(s) desire to re-establish the parent and child relationship. This is particularly impactful when restoring a relationship after the child reaches adulthood and the biological parent(s) is no longer in the crisis or situation that originally led them to place their child for adoption. These redemptive stories are very powerful and are a reminder of the impactful services that we have the privilege of offering our clients on a daily basis. This service is often sought after by the child who was taken care of in the foster system or by a guardian, but has always longed to regain that parent and child relationship. Once the child is 18 years or older, they are able to make that decision as an adult if this is something they are interested in pursuing. Re-establishing the relationship is not only an emotional process, but can be validated through the legal process with the help of Adoption Law Firm Anaheim California servicing all of California.

Whether you are the adoptive parent or the adoptee, you can contact us or complete the intake form to begin the process. Our wealth of knowledge in the legal process can not only facilitate the adoption, but also expedite it so that you can quickly establish that family you have been longing for. As we have been able to witness, it is never too late in life to solidify these relationships. Family is most often rooted in love and commitment rather than DNA and a constant proof of that is seen on a daily basis as we assist to join families through adoption with our legal services.

Adoption Law Firm Anaheim California servicing all of California not only provides you with the legal counsel and guidance required to complete an adoption process, but also provides resources and information that is extremely valuable to our clients. We recommend benefits such as the Adoption Tax Credit amongst others to ensure that financial barriers do not prohibit you from solidifying the family. Although adult adoption is not as costly as other routes, we will ensure that you have all of the resources at your disposal and can benefit from adoption services at a reasonable price.