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Adoption scams are not all that common, but they are a reality and adoptive parents should be aware of them. Learn how you can protect yourself and avoid falling victim to one of these scams. Private adoption is a wonderful way for people to grow their families. Many...
Termination of Parental Rights: Voluntary vs Involuntary There are stark differences between voluntary and involuntary termination of parental rights. As a parent, you have certain parental rights. You can raise your child how you want, as long as it is within the...
What is a Post-Adoption Contact Agreement? A post-adoption contact agreement (sometimes referred to as an open adoption contract) is a voluntary contract between the adoptive parents and birth parents that outlines contact between them once the adoption is finalized....
...NO MATTER WHAT THEY SAY! Sadly, many people in the world today still believe that choosing adoption is an easy choice for birth parents. The amount of thought and emotional torment that likely has gone into the decision is often ignored. The “forever” commitment...
At Tammi Driver Law, we know that making the decision to adopt is a huge decision. There is so much more than knowing how you will handle having a new baby in your home. It is important that you are prepared for what you may face during the adoption process. Knowing...
How to Find the Best Adoption Attorney As the saying goes, not every adoption attorney is created equal. Based on the regulations of their presiding jurisdictions, they are all required to adhere to certain ethical obligations and provide some standard advice and...
Placing a Child for Adoption? You Have Rights! If you are considering placing your baby or child for adoption and you live in Florida, you have rights and you should know what those rights are. Not all agencies and adoption attorneys are looking out for your best...
You might be surprised to know that the process for adopting a stepchild in Florida is way less extensive and involved than you may think. Many stepparents love their stepchildren as their own and wish to adopt them. So how do you adopt your stepchild in Florida?...
If you are in your 40s and just got surprised with an unplanned pregnancy, you might be wondering what options you might have. Adoption is sometimes the perfect option for families who are already established or who are looking towards retirement and don’t wish to...
Tips to Avoid the Dark Side of Adoption Sometimes the things that can be most beautiful and life giving can also be dark and harmful in the hands and control of the greedy and self-serving. Unfortunately, private adoption has recently made headlines and received...