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Texas Adoption FAQ for the LGBTQA+ Community

April 15, 2020

Questions such as, do I need an attorney, why is it so hard to adopt, and can the couple change their minds, are common. These questions always make it exceptionally discouraging for LGBT couples to adopt because everything seems like a major hurdle. Take a moment to have calm down because you’re getting a flash…

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How to Start the Adoption Process within the LGBT Community

March 24, 2020

Although it’s 2020, there is still plenty of stigmas all over the country. Unfortunately, Texas can be particularly difficult to navigate when it comes to legal matters, family elements, and LGBT community involvement. What usually happens is adoption agencies claim to be the best source for adoptions, and then the LGBT community is simply shut…

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My Parents Keep Threatening to Adopt My Children from Me – What to Do

March 14, 2020

Grandparents may have any variety of feelings about your ability to raise a child well or whether you know what is best or not. While there are situations that make it apparent that a child would be better with the grandparents, there should always be some discussion as to the parent’s role in that child’s…

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Using Adoption to Remove Parental Rights

March 2, 2020

Can you use adoption to terminate or remove parental rights? If you’re looking out for a small child in your life that may be in an abusive or dangerous situation, then this question is a concerning one. Adoption secures full termination of all parental rights, and it is possible for the court system or legal…

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What is the Best Age to Adopt a Child?

February 24, 2020

The age considerations when adopting revolve around two realms. First, your age and what you can handle and second, the child’s age and also, what you can handle. No one is expecting nearly retired couples to take on newborns, while there may be some concern with a 21-year-old adopting a teenager. Are there restrictions or…

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How Often Can I Change My Will?

February 14, 2020

Everyone’s will needs the occasional update. Your financial situation, living situations, and end-of-life desires might change over just a few months or years. As you increase or decrease your assets or move locations you might consider a change to your will. But, how often can you do this and is there a limit on how…

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