Helping You and Your Family Navigate the Adoption Process in Texas

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Assisting clients through the adoption process is one of the most rewarding parts of being a Houston adoption lawyer.

The joy of bringing a loving family and child together through adoption is unparalleled, for both the clients and the attorney alike.

Although the journey is an exciting one, the legal procedures can often be difficult, confusing, and emotionally draining. This is where The Stout Law Firm, PLLC steps in.

Our Houston adoption attorneys are committed to ensuring the adoption process is as seamless as possible for you and your family.

Contact us today to get started.

Adoption Process in Texas

Adoption laws in Texas require families to undergo significant processes prior to any adoption being finalized. This includes termination of parental rights, petitions, and final approvals related to a child’s name change.

Families interested in adopting a child must provide information about their background and lifestyle.

Some of the adoption procedures include:

  • Criminal background checks,
  • Abuse and/or neglect background checks,
  • Home visits (with all members of the family present),
  • Collection of references from relatives and non-relatives, and
  • Collection of documentation proving the family is financially stable.

For more information about the adoption procedures in Texas, please visit the website of the Texas Adoption Resource Exchange (TARE) to find children awaiting adoption in Texas.

Ready to Adopt A Child in Texas? Contact Angela Stout.

Interested in adopting a child in Texas? Contact The Stout Law Firm, PLLC online or call (713) 980-4300 to discuss options available to you as you seek to expand your family.

Angela A. Stout is an experienced adoption lawyer practicing in Houston, Texas. She possesses the skills and expertise necessary to properly guide you through the process of adoption.

Our Houston adoption lawyers work to ensure that you are able to avoid any legal pitfalls which could result in expensive delays or worse, halt the process altogether.


Frequently Asked Questions

Should I hire a Houston adoption attorney before I adopt a child?

It can be extremely beneficial to hire an adoption attorney before you adopt a child. There are many difficult legal procedures you have to go through to complete this process. An experienced adoption attorney in Houston can help make this process easy as possible.

What do I need to provide in order to adopt a child?

There are many different forms of information you have to provide in order to adopt a child. These include references, financial stability, background checks, criminal background checks, and much more.

Can an adoption attorney save me money when adopting a child?

An adoption attorney can help you save money in the adoption process by helping you avoid any legal pitfalls that could result in delay or a halt in the adoption process.


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