Adoption Lawyers in San Antonio.
At Jean Brown Law, we know adoption is both a meaningful and complex journey. With decades of combined experience, our attorneys offer thoughtful, knowledgeable support to help guide families through each legal step.
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Stepparent Adoptions
Formalizing relationships between stepparents and stepchildren, creating legal rights and responsibilities.
Foster Child Adoptions
Assisting foster parents in the process of legally adopting foster children.
Adult Adoptions
Establishing legal parent-child relationships between consenting adults, often used for inheritance purposes, solidifying lifelong bonds, or ensuring legal rights in medical or financial matters.
Relative Adoptions
Adoptions by grandparents, aunts, uncles, or other family members seeking permanent guardianship.
Agency Adoptions
Adoptions handled through licensed adoption agencies.
Private Adoptions
Independent adoptions facilitated without agency involvement.
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How Our Attorneys Can Support Your Adoption Journey
Adoption is a meaningful and joyous occasion, but the legal process involved can be complex and overwhelming. At Jean Brown Law Firm, our experienced attorneys are dedicated to helping families navigate the adoption process smoothly, efficiently, and successfully.
Our Adoption Attorneys offer personalized support, including:
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Our Approach to Adoption Legal Services
At Jean Brown Law, we understand that adoption is a deeply personal and life-changing decision. Our role is to help make the legal process feel clear, manageable, and grounded in your unique circumstances. Every family’s journey is different—we’re here to support yours.
Whether you’re pursuing a stepparent, private, or agency adoption, we’ll walk with you through every step. Our team offers thoughtful legal guidance, attention to detail, and a steady hand when unexpected issues arise—so you can focus on growing your family with confidence.
We know the stakes are high. That’s why we work with care, discretion, and a commitment to helping families navigate adoption law with clarity and compassion.
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Adoption in Texas generally involves the following steps:
The following answers are for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice; every case is unique, and we encourage you to speak directly with an attorney about your specific situation.
Filing the Petition for Adoption
Initiating the adoption process by filing legal paperwork with the appropriate court.
Background Checks and Home Studies
Completing necessary assessments to ensure a safe and stable home environment (typically required for minor adoptions but not always for adult adoptions).
Consent or Termination of Parental Rights
Obtaining voluntary consent from biological parents or legally terminating parental rights when consent is not possible.
Court Hearing
Attending a hearing where the court officially approves the adoption.
Finalization and Issuance of Adoption Order
Receiving the final adoption decree, legally establishing the parent-child relationship.