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Becoming a legal parent to your stepchild can strengthen your family bonds and provide important legal protections. In Florida, the stepparent adoption process allows you to establish permanent parental rights and responsibilities for your spouse's child. The...
In today's society there are a variety of different types of family arrangements. Children may form strong attachments to adults other than their birth parents, such as step parents, following a divorce. Children may ultimately form bonds with step parents that are...
A Florida man recently received adoption papers for his 53rd birthday from his 22-year old stepdaughter. The man received the legal papers along with a pen for his birthday gift this year. At first, he thought it was a joke, and then realized what his stepdaughter's...
Many families build their families through adoption . As a result, it can be helpful for anyone considering adoption in Florida to understand some important facts to determine if adoption is the decision they want to make. In the US, there are more than 100,000...
The recent legal changes allowing gay marriage in Florida may also have an impact on adoption rights and the adoption process for gay couples and families in the state. Historically, it has been difficult for same-sex couples to adopt and enjoy the same legal...
The adoption process may seem overwhelming and complex at times to families entering it but because of how important the process is, it is valuable to have a clear understanding of the adoption process. Last week's blog discussed what adoption is and this week will...