Little Rock, Arkansas, Attorneys for Stepparent Adoptions
Families change. In this modern world, they are more complex than ever. One thing, however, holds true: the love of parents for their children. At the Robertson Law Firm, PLLC, we honor this love by representing parents throughout Arkansas in legal matters related to stepparent adoption.
Contested and Uncontested Stepparent Adoptions
Most of stepparent adoptions handled by our Arkansas law firm are uncontested. Usually, the biological parent has been totally absent for a long time and a new stepparent has assumed a meaningful role in the life of the child.
However, some stepparent adoptions are contested. In a contested adoption, the stakes can be high. The adoption effectively terminates the biological parent's parental rights and makes all other relatives on that side of the family “legal strangers.”
At the Robertson Law Firm, PLLC, we handle both contested and uncontested stepparent adoptions and other matters involving legal custody, as well as physical child custody. We understand that each case is unique, so we tailor our approach to meet your specific needs.
Stepparent Adoption Proceedings
When petitioning the court for a stepparent adoption, the biological parent must be served to have notice of the hearing. They can come contest it, but there are instances where the court will not require the biological parent’s consent — like in abandonment, which the court defines by a lack significant of contact or support for a year or more. The best way to understand what the court may require in your situation is to talk with an attorney about your concerns.
Contact the Robertson Law Firm, PLLC, by calling 501-588-4451 or 866-311-3815 to schedule a free initial consultation about stepparent adoption. Dedicated to providing cost-effective legal representation, our lawyers accept Visa and MasterCard. Payment plans are available.
