On behalf of Dempsey Law, PLLC | Jun 30, 2020 | domestic adoption
Not every prospective parent has a perfect past. However, you may have a chance at adoption, even with a mark or two on your record. Generally speaking, approval is very unlikely for those with convictions of domestic violence, violent crimes or crimes against...
On behalf of Dempsey Law, PLLC | Jun 11, 2020 | domestic adoption
North Carolina residents like you may look to expand your family. There are many ways to do this. While pregnancy is an option for many, that may not hold true for you. This method may not suit your needs. Instead, you may look into adoption. The process is often...
On behalf of Dempsey Law, PLLC | Jun 8, 2020 | domestic adoption
Deciding to adopt a child is one of the most important choices you and your loved ones will ever make. When you are ready to move forward, choosing an adoption agency is an equally important decision. Consider these factors when selecting a North Carolina adoption...
On behalf of Dempsey Law, PLLC | May 20, 2020 | domestic adoption
Growing a family with the help of adoption creates a unique dynamic and allows your family the chance to experience the satisfaction of helping a child in need while developing a relationship that is long-awaited. When the time comes that your child begins to inquire...
On behalf of Dempsey Law, PLLC | May 18, 2020 | domestic adoption
Adopting a child offers various benefits, such as allowing those who want to have kids but are unable to conceive a child to experience the joys of raising children while providing children with a brighter future. However, the process is demanding and it is critical...
On behalf of Dempsey Law, PLLC | May 18, 2020 | domestic adoption
One of the myths concerning the adoption process is that only a married couple can adopt. According to North Carolina’s Department of Health and Human Services, however, a single unmarried adult over 18 can adopt a child. To become a foster parent in North...
On behalf of Dempsey Law, PLLC | May 18, 2020 | domestic adoption
Adopting a child often brings permanent and necessary change to a child’s life, but if you wish to do so in North Carolina, you must first meet certain eligibility requirements. The state seeks to ensure that its adoptive parents have the resources and knowledge...
On behalf of Dempsey Law, PLLC | May 12, 2020 | domestic adoption
You want to either start or expand your family, and you decided that you want to adopt. You may have done some preliminary research on the adoption process, but how much do you know about the cost of adoption? U.S. News & World Report breaks down common adoption...
by [email protected] | May 6, 2020 | domestic adoption
For families that do not fit the typical mold of a married opposite-gender couple and their biological children, second-parent adoption could be a way to give them legal protections, and certify their parental relationships in the eyes of the law. Thanks to a 2014...
On behalf of Dempsey Law, PLLC | Mar 26, 2020 | domestic adoption
Adoption of adults is less common than the adoption of minor children. However, the laws of North Carolina, as well as most other states, allow for the adoption of a consenting adult. There are many reasons for adult adoption. Sometimes the adoptive parents have an...
