St. Louis Stepparent Adoption Lawyers
Clayton Family Law Attorneys
Are you in a relationship that involves children from a past marriage? If so, the Missouri lawyers at Growe Eisen Karlen will assist you with your stepparent adoption needs. Stepparent adoption is the process in which the legal and financial responsibility of a child is transferred to you. During this process, it is critical to ensure everything moves smoothly and correctly.
We are Growe Eisen Karlen, St. Louis family law attorneys. We take pride in the results we achieve for our clients, and the personal attention we provide. Contact our Missouri law office by e-mail to set up an appointment. We can help if you wish to adopt a child or wish to challenge an adoption by another.
Stepparent Adoption in Missouri
At our St. Louis law firm, we understand the important legal aspects of a stepparent adoption. In order to properly adopt a child, all of the legal rights of the biological parent must be removed. This includes rights pertaining to:
- Child support
- Child custody
- Medical decision making
It is important to note that the child support obligations of the former parent will cease once the adoption is finalized.
Guardianships From a Clayton Family Law Lawyer
Our St. Louis lawyers can also establish guardianships over the children you care for. Guardianships are different than full adoptions because they end when the child turns 18 and do not bestow all of the same rights as an adoption would.
Guidance From St. Louis Stepparent Adoptions Attorneys
The best interests of your children or your stepchildren are critical. At our Missouri law firm, we understand how important children are and we strive to protect their rights. If you have stepparent adoptions concerns, you may either call our St. Louis, Missouri, office at 866-967-9641, or send us an e-mail to schedule an appointment with one of our lawyers.
