Rockville Adoption Attorney
Turning Dreams into Reality for Parents in Montgomery County, MD
Welcoming a child into your family through adoption is a profoundly rewarding experience. However, navigating the legal process can be complicated and emotionally taxing for prospective parents. It can involve complex legal procedures, extensive background checks, and emotional challenges.
Navigating regulatory requirements and waiting periods can be overwhelming, making it essential to have knowledgeable legal support.
At Bortmes Legal Services, LLC, we take pride in helping clients realize the dream of growing their families. Whether you seek adoption directly from a birth mother, through a public agency, as a stepparent, or as a foster parent, we can help. Attorney Bortmes has successfully resolved adoption for countless clients throughout her decades in practice.
Discuss your case with our Rockville adoption lawyer in a confidential consultation. Call Bortmes Legal Services, LLC at (681) 540-0649 or request an appointment online.
Types of Adoption in Maryland
Understanding the main types of adoption is the first step toward selecting the best option for your family.
- Agency adoption: This type of adoption involves licensed adoption agencies. Parents work with the agency to match with a child and complete the legal process. Agency adoption is often well-suited for those seeking foster-to-adopt opportunities.
- Private or independent adoption: This route allows adoptive parents to work directly with birth parents through private arrangements. While more flexible, it requires close adherence to Maryland laws regarding consent and financial transactions. We can help establish agreements that consider the long-term interests of all parties involved, negotiating tailored contracts.
- Stepparent adoption: When a stepparent wishes to formally adopt their spouse’s biological child, this type of adoption is the solution. It can streamline the legal relationship between the child and the stepparent while often requiring termination of the non-custodial parent’s rights.
- International adoption: This option is available for families who wish to adopt a child from another country. These cases involve U.S. and foreign laws, making the process more complex and time-consuming. We can collaborate with foreign professionals to help you comply with all regulations.
We have extensive experience in managing all types of adoptions. Our firm can assist you in understanding jurisdiction-specific regulations and compliance with adoption consent laws. Attorney Bortmes can also facilitate communication between birth and adoptive parents.
Personalized Legal Solutions Rooted in Integrity and Care
Why Choose Bortmes Legal Services, LLC?
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Strategic Solutions for Complex CasesWhether navigating family law disputes or property matters, we offer tailored legal solutions designed to protect your rights and future.
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Honest Guidance, Trusted RepresentationIntegrity is at the core of our practice. We provide straightforward legal advice and dedicated representation you can rely on.
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Clear Communication, Strong AdvocacyLegal matters can be overwhelming, but we keep you informed every step of the way while fighting for the outcome you deserve.
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Client-Focused, Results-DrivenWe take the time to understand your unique situation and craft legal strategies that prioritize your best interests and long-term success.
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Requirements for Adoption in Maryland
Adoption involves meeting specific legal requirements, and we are well-equipped to assist you with them. These include background checks, home studies, and completion of pre-adoption training courses.
Our attorney can efficiently guide you through these requirements, provide detailed explanations, and help you fulfill all necessary criteria to move forward confidently.
We also offer guidance on adoption vs. surrogacy to help you identify the best path for your family. We proudly support adoption for same-sex couples to promote equal opportunities. Our firm is committed to addressing legal challenges and helping remove barriers to all types of adoption.
Call (681) 540-0649 or complete our online contact form to consult our Rockville adoption lawyer about your concerns.