What Are My Rights During An Adoption?

Although ultimately you may be giving up your legal rights to the child, you still are in the driver’s seat as to how you want your adoption to occur. For example, you have the right to choose the adoptive family and be as specific as you want regarding the qualities you wish them to possess. 

You have the right to ask for pictures and letters to update you on the child’s status for up to 18 years. You have the right to determine how much contact you want with the adoptive family during and after the adoption.

Some Questions We Can Help You With

  • Can you give me guidance on how to tell my parents or the baby’s father?
  • What resources are available to me about adoption?
  • How are adoptive families screened?
  • Why should I choose Tate Healey Webster to handle my adoption?
  • What is an open or semi-open adoption?
  • Can I meet the adoptive parents?
  • If my child is in foster care, can I still choose adoption?
  • If I choose adoption, can I hold the baby at the hospital?
  • Can I select an out-of-state family to adopt my baby?
  • How do I handle friends who are against my adoption plan?
  • Can you set up counseling for me?
  • Are there any costs to me?
  • Can I obtain assistance with my medical expenses?
  • What types of families are available to adopt my child?
  • Can I have the adoptive parents present during my doctor’s appointment? During birth?
  • Can I have contact with the adoptive parents after birth?
  • Can I send a letter to my baby for her baby album?
  • Can I obtain financial assistance for my reasonable living expenses?
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Learn More About Your Adoption Options

If you have questions about adoption, or if you are interested in adoption information, please contact Tate Healey Webster. The attorneys at Tate Healey Webster have focused their practice on adoption law for a combined total of over 120 years and have helped complete adoptions for thousands of pregnant birth mothers.

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Your Trusted Partner in the Adoption & Surrogacy Process

With years of experience and a commitment to personalized service, Tate Healey Webster Adoption Attorneys is proud to be a trusted partner in adoption throughout the state. We understand that every adoption is unique, which is why we offer tailored legal solutions and support. If you’re ready to begin your adoption journey, contact us today. Let us help you bring your family closer together through the miracle of adoption.

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