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Step-Parent Adoptions
            | | Step-Parent Adoption LawyersStep-Parent • Step-Child Adoption in TennesseeThe creation of a family is a joyous occasion. Whether through birth, adoption, or marriage, the addition of children into a stable and caring family environment is something to celebrate. At the Knoxville, Tennessee family law office of Thomas M. Parker & the law office of Stanley F. LaDuke, when it comes to providing services for step-parent adoption, our lawyers take great pleasure in assisting parents who wish to formalize their parenting relationship with a step-child. Step-parent adoption is a simple process for you, the step-parent, and your spouse, the birth parent, and it can be so very meaningful to your child. Usually, no home study is required. You do not have to jump through as many hoops. A step-parent adoption will require that the non-custodial parent relinquish their legal rights to the child. Many non-custodial parents who have little or no involvement in the life of their child are willing to do so. Some wish to free themselves of child support payments; others believe it is in the best interest of their child to have the full security of the stable parent-child relationship with the step-parent who is currently providing for the child. Some non-involved parents even sign as co-petitioner to show their support to the adoption. Others have simply vanished. When a step-child is adopted by the step-parent, you and the child gain all the legal benefits that typically accrue to a parent-child relationship:
But most of all, the child gains a permanent sense of security, belonging, and love that lasts beyond age eighteen. Contact a family law attorney to schedule an appointment to discuss a step-parent adoption. We represent clients throughout eastern Tennessee, including Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Lenoir City, Loudon, Kingston, Maryville, and Clinton, and Knox, Sevier, and Roane counties. The Law Office of Thomas M. Parker |
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Disclaimer: This information is intended as general information, and not legal advice. All legal problems are unique and depend upon the specific facts involved. We recommend that you consult with an attorney before taking any legal action. Please contact us for a consultation. The Law Office of Thomas M. Parker & The Law Office of Stanley F. LaDuke are in association, not a partnership. Copyright © 2008Law Office of Thomas Parker & Law Office of Stanley LaDuke. All rights reserved. You may reproduce materials available at this site for your own personal use and for non-commercial distribution. All copies must include this copyright statement. |