Handling adoptions is one of the most
satisfying experiences I have. Sometimes a step-parent desires to adopt
a child for whom they have been a de facto parent. If all parties
are in agreement this can often be done very quickly. Sometimes people
who are providing care for a child have to fight the birth parents to
terminate their parental rights and to adopt the child. Other times, a birth
mother and father recognize that another person or persons can best parent
their child. In any event, it is essential to have an attorney who
recognizes the complexity of adoptions.