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Stepparent Adoptions In Cherry Hill And Surrounding Communities

Blended families are common in New Jersey. Stepparents usually play an important role in the lives of their stepchildren. However, a stepparent does not have all the legal rights and responsibilities of a biological parent. In many households, a stepparent may wish to adopt his or her stepchildren.

At Mullen Law, LLC in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, we take pride in helping clients achieve that goal in this rewarding area of family law. You will work with seasoned attorneys with substantial experience in stepparent adoptions. The personal relationship you will have with your knowledgeable lawyers will give you peace of mind that your adoption process will be handled with care.

Know Your Rights As A Stepparent Parent

There are many reasons a person may want to adopt their stepchildren. If a child’s biological parent is out of the picture, the relationship between a stepparent and stepchild is generally strong. However, if a stepparent’s spouse were to face a catastrophic event, the stepparent does not have any legal right to custody over a stepchild. Many stepparents desire the legal stability that adoption brings to the parent-child relationship.

The technical requirements are complex. The biological parent must consent to the adoption or be found to have abandoned the child under the law. Our family law attorneys can evaluate the specific circumstances in your family and provide honest and caring guidance concerning your legal options.

Protect Your Most Important Relationships

Adopting a stepchild is a rewarding process that serves an important function in strengthening the bonds in a loving family. For an evaluation of your blended family circumstances and compassionate representation in your stepparent adoption, get in touch with the Mullen Law, LLC by using our online contact form or calling 856-375-1136.