Cohesive Guidance Through All Steps Of Adoption

Expanding your family through Adoption is an exciting decision, but can be daunting. There are many complex steps in order to get it right, but we can help you every step of the way. We are Shyama S. Parikh, P.C., a firm based out of Waukegan. With more than 40 years of combined experience, our attorneys can uphold your rights and guide you toward finalizing your Adoption matter.

What To Know About Adoption In Illinois (Minor and Adult)

Adoptions can be completed as both an uncontested or contested matter. Adoptions can also take place via publication if a parent cannot be located. Most often, the case begins by filing a Petition for Adoption and personal service upon the other biological parent. If the adoption is a related adoption, no home study needs to be conducted. If the matter is agreed, the biological parent must appear in court and execute a termination of parental rights. Also, a putative father search may need to be conducted if the parties were not married. If the child is over the age of 14, he/she must consent to the adoption.

If the adoption is contested, the court will appoint a Guardian ad Litem to conduct an investigation and provide a report with recommendations. If an agreement is not reached after the report is received, the Court will conduct a trial and may terminate parental rights as well as enter a judgment for adoption. This can be a very lengthy and expensive process.

Our team has successfully terminated the rights of parents and won Adoption Trials as well as prevented the termination of parental rights and secured the rights of a biological parent.

Ask For A Free Consultation With An Adoption Attorney

Adoption is often an option that is overlooked and can seem confusing and expensive. That is why we offer a free, no-obligation, consultation with a lawyer. To get in touch with us and set up your consultation, please call 847-557-1517 or send us an email.