Illinois Civil Union Stepparent Adoption Lawyers
Do you need help with a stepparent adoption? The experienced adoption attorneys at Jill M. Metz & Associates can help. Adoption law is a primary area of concentration at our firm. We provide compassionate and informed guidance to each of our valued clients.
Your adoption lawyer from Jill M. Metz & Associates will file your adoption petition and all required paperwork for you and will appear with you at all court hearings. At all times during your case, you will have an experienced adoption attorney who will take time to listen to you, answer your questions, help explain the adoption process and work diligently to protect your rights.
Stepparent and Second Parent Adoptions for Same-Sex Couples
For more than 30 years, our attorneys have been providing professional legal services in a warm and friendly environment. We pride ourselves on providing effective legal services to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals and couples.
Couples that have entered into a marriage or civil union should complete an adoption regardless of whether the child was born before or after the date of the marriage or civil union. Since the majority of states, the federal government and many foreign countries do not recognize civil unions or same-sex marriages, an adoption of your child who was born after your marriage or civil union is still important. If your child was born prior to your marriage or civil union, an adoption of your child is vital.
We offer comprehensive guidance to our clients throughout the course of stepparent and second parent adoptions, including:
- Termination of parental rights
- Filing of all necessary paperwork with the courts
- Representation on behalf of clients at all required hearings
- Completion of a home study, if applicable
- Securing the new birth certificate
Highly Personalized and Accessible
In addition to our experienced and dedicated attorneys, we have a professional legal support staff to ensure that you receive the quality client service you deserve. Responsiveness is a hallmark of our firm.
Contact Jill M. Metz & Associates
To schedule a consultation with one of our Chicago adoption lawyers, call 773-878-4480 or contact us by e-mail.
Serving the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Community and Friends in Chicago, Cook County and Illinois.
