WHAT IS A PRIVATE OR INDEPENDENT ADOPTION?
Private or Independent adoptions generally refer to an adoption where the adoptive parents and biological parents find one another without the services of an adoption agency and wish to proceed without one. Private adoptions are governed and controlled by numerous laws, rules, and regulations that must be followed to avoid undesirable consequences during the process. In some cases, the parties may wish to bring in the assistance of an agency to facilitate or assist the process and these are referred to as “Agency Assisted Adoptions”. It is important in these circumstances due to the difficult and rigid nature of private adoptions in Illinois to seek the assistance of an attorney for both the biological and adoptive parents. The attorney will be able to assist in the creation and preparation of required documentation, and ensure that all regulations are worked within.
I CAN ANSWER YOUR PRIVATE ADOPTION QUESTIONS
If you are considering PRIVATE or INDEPENDENT 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.