Riverside, California Stepparent Adoption

At the Law Offices of H. William Edgar, we offer support and counsel to families in the stepparent adoption process. Even if you are not sure you want to proceed with a stepparent adoption, you should consult with an attorney who can help you explore your options and explain the legal consequences of a stepparent adoption.

A stepparent who wants to step in and raise and adopt a child can provide a positive enforcement of the parental bond and give the stepparent rights to protect the child’s welfare. For more information or to learn more about stepparent adoption, please contact our law office.

Protect your rights and your child’s welfare

Our attorneys will take the time to explore your rights and options and explain the consequences of a stepparent adoption with regard to custody and issues of child support. After a stepparent adoption, you will lose your rights to child support so it is important to understand the rights and obligations involved.

Custody issues and step-parent adoption

Some parents seek a stepparent adoption when the biological parent is in jail or after the death of a biological parent. Many parents will seek a stepparent adoption where the biological mother or father is not available or is not providing sufficient care for the child.

Challenging a stepparent adoption

In addition to pursuing stepparent adoptions for clients, we are also experienced in representing biological parents who want to prevent a stepparent adoption. For more information or if you are concerned about the adoption of your biological child, please contact our firm. We are aggressive in protecting the best interests of children.

Grandparents’ rights and stepparent adoptions

Custodial grandparents may be a better option for children than their own parents. If you are a grandparent seeking to adopt your grandchildren so you can best protect their welfare, our firm can provide the strategic advocacy you need. We are always interested in protecting the best interests of a child and can effectively articulate your rights to the court.

It costs nothing to learn how we can help. Contact Law Offices of H. William Edgar for a free consultation with an experienced lawyer at either our Riverside or Temecula offices.

Credit cards accepted • Off-site, evening, and weekend appointments available • Payment plans available • Se Habla Espanol / Spanish language services available • Conveniently located just off the 60 Freeway in Riverside, CA