[Littleton, 08/01/2017] – Adoption first became a legal process back in the 1850s and today, families and individuals adopt approximately 135,000 children in the United States each year.
Miller & Steiert, P.C. helps families through the process of adoption through its services.

Guiding Clients through the Adoption Process

In Colorado, adoption laws focus on keeping the children as close to their biological parents as much as possible and focusing on the children’s best interests. If the biological parent, however, is not an option, the law makes it a point to find suitable parents who could provide a child’s permanent home.

The Colorado-based law firm explains that the adoption process can be very complicated. Delays and rejections of petitions to adopt are probable, which is why it is essential to have an experienced adoption attorney, particularly with difficult cases.

On More Complex Adoptions

When it comes to stepparent adoption, the process can be faster and easier in comparison to conventional adoption. This is due to the fact that the stepparent is already living with the child in question and may have the consent of the biological parent.

But complications may still arise, such as getting consent or being unable to locate the nonresidential parent. The stepparent also has to meet certain conditions and requirements.
The law firm remarks, ”It's advisable to work with an experienced adoption attorney to help you avoid unnecessary delays or even a rejection of your petition to adopt. Delays or rejections mean you will have to wait even longer to welcome a child into your household, and they also add stress, anxiety and expenses to the overall process.”

Adoption Statistics in the United States

According to statistics, one in 25 families with children adopted a child. In 2014, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families revealed that there were 50,644 adopted foster kids. This number has been consistent in the past few years.

About Miller & Steiert, P.C.

Founded by Marty Miller in 1959, the litigation-based practice offers a full range of legal services, including probate and estate administration, criminal defense, commercial law, divorce, and family law and divorce. It also provides mediation.

U.S. News and Best Lawyers recognize as one of the Best Law Firms in 2017, and ranks as one of The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 40 Under 40 and Top 100.

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