Navigating The Challenges Of Foster Parent Adoption

After supporting a child as a foster parent and watching him or her grow over time, you are ready to set your relationship in stone through adoption. However, the adoption process is not always a smooth transition. Along the way, you may have questions about changing the child’s name and birth certificate, adoption subsidies and contested adoption cases.

No matter what curveballs the adoption process throws your way, Bruce & Bruce can help you figure out how to address them. Attorney Rebecca Bruce (together with founding partner Steven Bruce who no longer has a private law practice) has adopted four children. She understands what adoption means to your family. Our law firm confronts the difficulties and celebrates the joys with you.

Adoption Litigation For Foster Parents

A biological parent or relative of the child may step forth to prevent the adoption. If another party contests the adoption, litigation could be an effective way to resolve the conflict. You do not need to give up the parent-child relationship you developed without a fight.

During litigation, your lawyer can argue in your favor regarding:

• The biological parent or relative’s prior lack of financial or emotional support for the child
• Whether the other party is unfit to raise and provide for the child
• Prior history or presence of danger in the other party’s home, such as substance abuse or domestic violence

An adoption dispute can make foster parents worry that they might lose the child they have grown to love and cherish. Rebecca Bruce can help, offering support and legal talent. She is one of the state’s premier adoption attorneys. If your contested situation is complex, Rebecca may refer you to an attorney with a litigation practice. With her help and that of other attorneys if needed,  you can feel confident that you will be guided to the best path to help you overcome the challenges.

Determine The Next Steps

Reach out to our Muncie office at 765-286-1776 or through our website to schedule a consultation with Rebecca Bruce today.