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Private Agency Adoption

 

WHAT IS A PRIVATE AGENCY ADOPTION?

In Illinois private adoption agencies are licensed and regulated through the Illinois Childcare Act of 1969, 225 ILCS 10/1 et.seq., and the Illinois Childcare and Family Services Act, 20 ILCS 510. An agency adoption means that a biological mother has signed a surrender, giving her child to a licensed private adoption agency. The agency becomes legal guardian of the child until the adoption process is completed, which typically is around six months after birth. In other cases he agency matches the birth mother with an adoptive person or couple, who undergone extensive vetting by the private adoption agency.

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I CAN ANSWER YOUR PRIVATE AGENCY ADOPTION QUESTIONS

If you are considering PRIVATE AGENCY ADOPTION, you probably have many questions:  How long will it take? What will the process be like? How much will it cost? I am honest and straightforward in the answers I provide. I tell you what your options may be and how the best possible results can be achieved.

Because each situation is different, the best way to get answers to your questions is to talk to me directly. I offer free and confidential consultations.

To schedule a consultation regarding a PRIVATE or INDEPENDENT ADOPTION matter, call me at 217-525-7003 or contact me online.