Texas Adoption Attorneys
Offering Support as You Grow Your Family
Adopting a child is one of the happiest and most rewarding moments in a person’s life. There may be lots of steps between making the decision to adopt and giving a child a new home—we are here to support you all the way.
At Goranson Bain Ausley, our adoption attorneys are pleased to have assisted many Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Granbury, and Plano couples with private adoptions. There are several ways to adopt, and our attorneys can help explain the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Their expansive knowledge base can help you decide which path is right for your family. They can also assist in developing strategies for potential issues such as:
- Establishing legal guidelines for open/closed adoptions
- Creating safeguards to protect adoptees involved in relative adoptions
- Responding to biological parents/surrogates who petition for rights
The Important Decision to Adopt
The decision to adopt a child can be one of the most rewarding, joyous, and altruistic moments of a person’s life. It can be the start of a richer, happier future for both parent and child.
A primary concern of couples who choose to adopt is consent. In addition, many decisions must be made about the level of contact, if any, the birth parents will have with the child and the finalization of the adoption.
How the Adoption Process Works in Texas
There are procedural differences between private adoptions and adopting through the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS); however, the law governing adoptions in Texas requires the same basic steps.
Work with Our Trusted Adoption Attorneys
We understand that the legal side of adoption can seem intimidating. At Goranson Bain Ausley, you will have an experienced adoption attorney by your side, guiding you through the process step by step. With offices in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Granbury, and Plano, Goranson Bain Ausley attorneys offer unequaled depth and breadth of resources and a commitment to helping you execute your adoption plan. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
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At Goranson Bain Ausley we strive to deliver clarity about what comes next and confidence that you and your family’s future are more secure. Contact our team and discover how we can help you.
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