Adoption

Welcome to the Adoption section of FindLaw's Family Law Center, providing legal information and resources for prospective adoptive parents, birthmothers, and adoptees. Here, you will find in-depth information on the adoption process – from locating an adoptable child to overcoming obstacles to adoption – as well as helpful information related to adoptive parenting, adoption consent, international adoption, adoption by same-sex couples, and more. This section also provides links to adoption agencies, tips on hiring an adoption lawyer, and a step-by-step adoption checklist.

	Adoption Overview Basics, Who May Adopt, Who May Be Adopted, More...		How to Adopt Adoption Checklist, Home Study FAQ, Court Procedure, More...
	Types of Adoption Open vs Closed, Stepparent Adoption, Agency Adoptions, More...		International Adoption International Adoption Basics, Process FAQ, Costs, More...
	Same Sex Adoption Basics, Legal Issues, Life After Adoption, More...		Adoption Laws California, New York, Texas, More...
	Adoption Legal Help Getting Legal Help, Documents to Gather, Eligibility Questionnaire, More...