SECOND PARENT ADOPTIONS
Second Parent Adoptions
What is Second Parent Adoption?
Second parent adoptions allow one partner to establish legal parental rights to their partner’s child. These adoptions are commonly used when a same-sex couple has a child that is biologically related to only one parent. Even in states where both parties are listed on the child’s birth certificate, second parent adoptions can provide additional legal protections for the family to ensure both parents are legally recognized and afforded equal parental rights. Second parent adoptions may also be utilized by unmarried couples to establish parental rights to a child when only one parent is the biological or adopted parent of the child.
Steps Toward Securing Parental Rights
This legal step ensures that both partners have recognized parental rights, providing stability and security for the child. After filing a petition for adoption and any other required documents in the appropriate court, the court will assess the request and determine if the adoption should be granted. In certain cases, the process may also involve a final hearing.
At Markham Law Firm, we are dedicated to guiding couples through this process, ensuring that your family is legally protected.
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