California Stepparent Adoption: Knowing the Paperwork
Stepparent adoption is the most popular form of adoption in the United States. If you are one of the many people considering such an adoption, it may be very valuable for you to know the paperwork that the State of California will require you to fill out and file, as well as know what you may expect throughout the process.
The San Jose family attorneys at the Law Office of Daniel Jensen, P.C. may be able to help you adopt your stepchild. If you are interested in learning more about adoption and initiating the process that can legally complete your family, contact us today by calling 408-296-4100.
California Stepparent Adoption
Because of the seriousness of the adoption process, there are several pieces of important paperwork which you will be required to fill out, including:
- ADOPT-200. This paper is an adoption petition, which will officially announce your intentions to adopt the child. It is filed with the county clerk in the county in which you live.
- ADOPT-210. This paper announces your agreement to the adoption process. If the child you are intending to adopt is 12 years old or older, he or she will also have to agree to the arrangement. The judge will inform you when to sign this form.
- ADOPT-215. The judge will sign this form if your adoption is completed.
Adoption is an important step for your family, and it is important to understand the process.
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If you or someone you love is considering filing for adoption, the San Jose divorce lawyers at the Law Office of Daniel Jensen, P.C. may be able to help. Contact us today by calling 408-296-4100.
