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Adoption Lawyers in Columbus, GA

Guiding Clients Through The Adoption Process in Georgia

The adoption process is tricky with multiple layers of legal ramifications and issues that need to be addressed. Handling this process all on your own can be extremely daunting, and this is where our talented family law attorneys at Poydasheff & Sowers, LLC come in. Our knowledgeable team has years of experience advocating for clients during the adoption process.

At Poydasheff & Sowers, LLC, our Columbus adoption attorneys understand that no two families are the same. When we take on an adoption case, we make sure to understand our clients’ individual situation. The professionalism, knowledge, and attention to detail we provide each of our clients has earned us a reputation for quality representation.

If you are looking to adopt, contact our team at (706) 705-5777 and we can help get the process started.

Adoption Laws in Georgia

The state of Georgia has complex statutes in place for adoptions that our attorneys want to make sure you understand. We pride ourselves on our premier ability to inform each of our clients their full rights under the law. Our goal with this information is to empower you so that you can make the best choice for your family.

A few things you should know about Georgia adoption law include:

Any single adult over the age of 25, married couple, or stepparent is legally eligible to adopt a child.
All prospective parents must submit to a home study to determine if your family is ready to adopt a child.
Parental consent is not always required but the parental rights of the birth parents must be legally terminated.
The exact amount of the adoption expenses vary but an itemized accounting of the expenses must be provided to the court.

You must be at least 10 years older than the child you are hoping to adopt. Additionally, Georgia does not require the child to live in your home before the finalization of the adoption.

The Home Study Process

In Georgia, the home study process includes a minimum of 3 visits on separate days. All members of the family must be present and interviewed during this process.

The person conducting the home study usually gathers the following information:

Reasoning behind adopting
Physical descriptions and social backgrounds of each family member in the home
An evaluation of parenting practices
Summaries of each family member’s medical history and any current conditions
An assessment of each family member’s emotional and mental health
An evaluation of the understanding of and adjustment to adoptive parenting
A description of the home and community
Statements regarding the results of criminal background checks
Three character references

Contact Our Columbus Adoption Attorney Today

Poydasheff & Sowers, LLC relishes the opportunity to help families navigate the arduous adoption process through a tailored approach that is in the best interest of your family.

To set up an initial consultation, contact us at (706) 705-5777 or complete our online contact form and discover how our team of Columbus family law attorneys can help your family.

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