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When biological parents move from state to state, it is particularly important for juvenile courts to make sure they have initial and continuing jurisdiction over their children. C.H. v. Lamar County DHR, Alabama Court of Civil Appeals, October 16, …
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Parties in child custody cases must be certain that their juvenile court makes every necessary ruling, or risk having their judgment overturned on appeal. E.H. v. Calhoun County Department of Human Resources, Alabama Court of Civil Appeals, October …
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One of the most common questions here at The Adoption Law Firm, is "How much does adoption cost?" Sam McLure, Esq., tackles this big question and walks us through the many ways people adopt children, and cover the costs along the way. Whether it's …
Once a juvenile court finds that a child is dependent, someone wishing to challenge the finding on grounds that there was not enough evidence must make a specific kind of motion and seek an appeal within a certain number of days. It is important to …
As a general rule, if a circuit court decides custody in a divorce proceeding, it retains jurisdiction over child custody matters until the child reaches the age of majority.1 However, juvenile courts assume exclusive jurisdiction over the question …
The adoption discussion can sometimes create fear for couples wanting children. Most immediately fear costs, others fear the unknown, and others how they could fully love a child who is not biologically theirs. All these fears are normal. All have …
Watch our newest short film from The Adoption Law Firm about the Speece Family's adoption! …
We are thrilled to announce our new Associate Attorney, Susan M. Brown, to the Adoption Law Firm Team! Susan M. Brown has practiced law since 2003. She joined The Adoption Law firm in 2020. Susan has a heart for children, born and unborn. She is a …
What if I don’t feel the tug toward adoption or fostering, but I recognize the need and still want to help? Are there ways to do that? The short answer is ‘absolutely’! There are many ways in which you can support adoption and foster care without …
