Adoption Lawyers
Our Adoption Lawyers can assist with the complicated legal process of adopting a child. Contact us for your initial consultation free of charge.
The adoption of children can be a cause of great joy for parents and new family beginnings. There are various types of adoptions; including, the adoption of children from within Australia or even internationally. Sometimes when a parent remarries there is a desire for the step-parent to legally adopt the child or children from a previous relationship to normalise the family situation. This would then allow both parents, including the non-biological parent, to share in the legal responsibilities and privileges of parenting.
In Australia, our laws at all levels are strongly focused on the protection of children from any sort of harm, abuse or violence. This means that processes for adoption are often long and arduous and can be very taxing on the desiring parent(s) who want nothing more than to give a loving home to a child or children. While these matters can be frustrating, it is in the best interests of children that these laws and regulations are in place. It will benefit any parent wishing to adopt to seek legal advice from one of our Adoption Lawyers to learn more about the process and perhaps have assistance in progressing their matter forward.
In Australia local, inter-state and international adoptions are all treated differently with different laws and legal processes involved for them. Deciding whether it is best to adopt locally or internally can be confusing question with legal ramifications depending on which process and path you choose to follow. Some of the requirements that will need to be assessed before a child can be adopted include the following:
The child’s age as well as their physical and mental health;
The prospective adopter’s age as well as their physical and mental health;
The prospective adopter’s living arrangements, including local schools and facilities; and
The prospective adopter’s financial situation and ability to provide a stable and secure home life.
Most adoptions are managed and processed according to laws and agencies at the state government level. However, while state government officials may handle the adoption process, international adoptions also involve the Commonwealth Attorney-General’s Department. It can be an uncertain maze and a frustrating process at the best of times. Our Adoption Lawyers are available for a no obligation consultation to see how best they can assist you and the process going forward.
If you have a desire to adopt a child or have begun the process and need help, contact one of our Adoption Lawyers for a free no obligation consultation to discuss your matter and what we can do to assist.
Disclaimer:
The information above is intended as general information only and should not be relied on. You should discuss your individual situation with a lawyer.
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