Adoption 101: The Legal Fundamentals

Adoption 101: The Legal Fundamentals

  • How Aggravated Factors Can Lead To More Severe Charges After A DUI

    Being accused of a DUI is a nightmare that can leave your life in shambles. This is especially true if you have committed a DUI that may have aggravating factors. However, you can beat the charges and restore your reputation with the right legal strategy. How Aggravated Penalties Work Aggravating factors in a DUI case refer to circumstances that make the offense more severe or increase the potential penalties. If you face more penalties, you might face more jail time, harsher fines, and other restrictions, such as the suspension of your license.

  • How A Lawyer Can Help You Stop Spam Calls Once And For All

    You most likely have received a robocall before. They are those calls that come in where there is no actual person on the line, just a pre-recorded message. They are mostly from companies you haven't done business with before or from political figures during election time. They can be annoying and if you receive them often enough, they can be harassing.  How do you stop spam calls once and for all?

  • Is It Time To Talk To A Guardianship Attorney About Your Elderly Parent? Here's What You Need To Know

    If you're like most people with an elderly parent, you want your loved one to continue to enjoy a good quality of life for many years to come. However, it's natural to be concerned about their well-being and the decisions they make — especially if your parent has become more forgetful, has been making poor decisions without remembering even making them, or seems to be in danger of being taken advantage of by paid caregivers, neighbors, or even other family members.

  • The Most Common Forms Of Collateral Used When Working With A Bail Bond

    When you are shopping for a bail bond service, you might notice that many bail bond agents accept collateral. This is something of value that will be used to make sure that the bail bondsman will be reimbursed and increases the odds that your claim will be accepted. It's important to discuss with the bail bondsman what will be accepted for collateral. When Collateral Isn't Required Some bail bond services will take care of your bail even if you don't provide collateral.

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Adoption 101: The Legal Fundamentals

If you've decided that you want to adopt a child, the first thing you should do is reach out to a family law attorney. While it may not seem logical to get an attorney involved from the start, it's important that you protect yourself legally from the beginning. After making the decision to adopt, I have been through the process several times. I created this site to help other adoptive parents understand what they can expect from the entire process, including the legal support you're likely to need. I hope this information helps you feel more confident in this major life decision.