Adoption in New York
Building Families Through Legal Adoption
Understanding Adoption
Adoption is a legal process that creates a permanent parent-child relationship between the adoptive parents and the adopted child. In New York, various types of adoption are available to help families grow and provide loving homes for children.
Types of Adoption
- Agency Adoptions:
- Public agency (foster care)
- Private agency placements
- International agency adoptions
- Private Adoptions:
- Direct placement adoptions
- Stepparent adoptions
- Second-parent adoptions
- Relative adoptions
Adoption Process
Initial Consultation
Discuss adoption options and requirements with an attorney.
Home Study
Complete required background checks and home evaluation.
Matching Process
Work with agencies or birth parents to find the right match.
Legal Documentation
Prepare and file necessary adoption paperwork.
Placement
Child is placed with adoptive family.
Finalization
Court finalizes adoption and issues new birth certificate.
Key Considerations
Home Study
Comprehensive family evaluation
Costs
Understanding adoption expenses
Timeline
Managing adoption timeframes
Birth Parents
Rights and responsibilities
How We Can Help
At the Law Office of Nazar Khan, we guide families through all aspects of adoption:
- Explaining adoption options
- Handling legal documentation
- Coordinating with agencies
- Managing birth parent rights
- Preparing for home studies
- Finalizing adoptions
- International adoption guidance
- Post-adoption support
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Schedule a consultation to discuss your adoption plans and learn how we can help build your family.
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