Stepparent Adoption
Nebraska Stepparent Adoption Attorney
Whether through birth, adoption, or marriage, the addition of children into a stable and caring family environment is something to celebrate. At Supernaw Law, we gladly provide expertise for stepparent adoptions in Central Nebraska.
When a child is adopted by a stepparent or relative, you and the child gain all the legal benefits of a parent-child relationship. Our experienced family law attorney, Bradley Supernaw, provides stepparent adoption services that bring Nebraska families together. Upon adoption, you can enjoy the following:
- The child’s right to inherit just as the parent’s other children
- The child’s right to Social Security benefits should the stepparent or relative die
- The child may take the same last name as the parents
- You are able to make medical, educational, legal, and child-rearing decisions for the child
Most importantly, the child gains a permanent sense of security, belonging and love that lasts a lifetime.
Steps to a Stepparent Adoption Case in Nebraska
01 Preparing to File
Before a stepparent can adopt their stepchild, the child’s non-custodial parent will need to consent to the adoption and relinquish his or her parental rights. Consent to the adoption must also be obtained from any court that has exercised jurisdiction over the child, such as a court that has issued a custody order or child support order. If the child is over the age of 14 years, the child must also consent to the adoption.
02 Petition for Adoption
We will guide you through each step of the process as we draft and file the required forms, such as the petition for adoption and necessary notices.
03 Background Checks
Before the hearing on the adoption, the adopting parent must undergo a criminal background check, adult and child abuse and neglect registry check, sex offender registry check, and credit check.
04 Hearing
At the hearing, the court will issue its decision regarding the proposed adoption.
05 Post Hearing Matters
If consent was required from other courts, those courts will be notified that the adoption was finalized and any order for child support will be terminated. Supernaw Law can also help the parents obtain new birth certificates.
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