Denver Adoption Attorney

Why Choose Price Family Law?

Our Proven Approach and Significant Experience Can Benefit You

Congratulations, you have decided to adopt a child! This is likely a decision reached after much consideration. The prospect of adding to your family is exciting — but also frightening. There is a lot to comprehend and manage.

How the adoption process is handled will impact its outcome and affect your life. You need to manage it appropriately, making sure to comply with all laws, timelines, and regulations, and you need to be sure that the choices you make are appropriately documented — you need to protect your actions.

Choosing a Denver adoption attorney is your first course of action, and one of your most important. The quality of the service this individual and their firm provides will make a tremendous difference in your life. When you choose to work with the adoption attorneys at Price Family Law, you will have the resources of the entire firm. We have . . .

• Years of Experience: The complexities of adoption law should not be underestimated. Led by Trista Price, our founding partner, our team is well-versed in Colorado adoption law, enabling us to anticipate issues before they arise.
• Understanding of Process: Adoption requirements are numerous; there are a host of documents to complete and a wealth of information to submit. Our team knows both the processes and the players in the adoption arena.
• Personal Approach: While some of the adoption process is standard, each and every case has unique aspects. Our team makes sure to fully understand your situation at the outset. The information we obtain from you allows us to tailor our approach to the specific needs of your case. Additionally, we understand and appreciate how personal this journey is. We will respond quickly to all your questions and concerns. We pride ourselves on our calm demeanor; while we appreciate the need to work quickly and efficiently, we operate on an even keel. Adoption processes don’t need additional drama from attorneys.

The Price Family Law team will serve as your guide and resource as you negotiate the often difficult road leading to adoption. We will support you every step of the way, and we look forward to celebrating your new family.

How We Can Help You

Our Adoption Lawyers in Denver Manage the Entire Process

Working with a private adoption lawyer is one of the most important decisions you can make when embarking on this exciting new chapter of your life.

While qualified legal representation can help you navigate the adoption process, personal commitment can make all the difference in the world.

At Price Family Law, adoption is an incredibly important part of our family law practice. You see, Trista, our founding partner, was adopted as a child. She appreciates the difference adoption can make in life and is personally committed to helping others grow their family and love and nurture a child. In addition to her passion for adoption, Trista is also an experienced family law custody lawyer, who understands the complexities and sensitivities involved in family matters. Adoption is personal to us. Adoption is personal to us.

When you engage us, you can rest assured that we will:

• Counsel you on the process and required information
• Assist in identifying either a private adoption opportunity or a reputable adoption agency
• Negotiate adoption terms with the agency and/or the birth mother or their attorney
• Review all adoption contracts ensuring your wishes are clearly communicated
• Explain contract details
• Manage issues and concerns as they arise
• Protect your legal rights before and after the adoption
• Advise you on all decisions
• Represent you in court.

Our experience in managing the adoption process from beginning to end, combined with our experience in other areas of family law makes us the ideal firm to represent you. We want your adoption to be a success and the experience to be as positive as possible. Let us guide you as you move forward. We can — and will — make a difference.

Frequently Asked Questions About Adopting in Colorado

Our Denver Adoption Attorney Responds to Your Most Pressing Concerns

Adopting a child is, without a doubt, one of life’s major decisions. At Price Family Law, we work tirelessly to assist our clients as they embark on this exciting endeavor. While each journey is unique and results in very specific concerns, there are several common questions that seem to arise time and time again.  Below, we have shared these with you, along with our responses to them. We hope they will provide you with some basic information regarding adopting a child in Denver, Colorado.

We hope the information we have provided is helpful to you. Should you have additional questions regarding adopting in Denver, reach out to our child custody attorneys at 720-615-1750 and schedule a free consultation. We look forward to meeting you and addressing your personal concerns directly. We know the adoption process can be confusing, and we look forward to helping to make it a little less intimidating.

Adopting in Colorado

Understanding Your Options

If you are looking to adopt a child, you probably know there are multiple avenues which you can pursue. The process surrounding one each differs, and the right choice is incredibly personal. What works for one individual or family may not be right for another. Below we have provided a brief description of each.

• Domestic Infant Adoption: This term is used to define the adoption of a child, born in this country, who is one year old or younger.
• Independent Adoptions: These adoptions take place in the United States without the participation of an adoption agency.
• International Adoption: This type of adoption refers to that of a child born in another country; it is governed by a separate set of laws that may differ from country to country.
• Closed Adoption: This type of adoption is ideal for those who wish to adopt “anonymously”; that is, they do not want to know the birth mother, nor do they want her to know them. These adoptions are usually handled through an agency which protects the privacy of both the birth mother and adoptive parent(s).
• Open Adoption: In this type of adoption, the birth parents and the adoptive parents negotiate an agreement for future contact. Some families choose to keep in touch more frequently than others. The agreement, drawn up by an adoption attorney, will specify the details of all contact.
• Kinship Adoption: This refers to adoption by a family member of a child of whom an individual/couple have had physical custody for a year more.
• Foster Care Adoption: Also known as waiting child adoption, this is the adoption of a child who currently resides in the foster care system. These adoptions are most often pursued by individuals or couples who already have legal custody. If you are considering this type of adoption, it may be beneficial to seek legal help for custody to ensure the process is handled correctly and in the best interest of the child (and have had it for more than one year.)
• Stepparent adoptions: In this case, a stepparent wants to adopt the biological child/children of their spouse.  In general, both birth parents must agree.

In each type of adoption, adoptive parents must meet certain requirements and adhere to the specific adoption process. In all cases, working with a seasoned adoption attorney is a wise choice.