Our attorneys at Haas & Associates, P.A. assist families, blended families, single parents, step-parents and adoptive parents through the legal process of adoption.  Adoption can be an exciting and rewarding experience.  But if you are seeking to adopt, you should do so in an informed manner.  This is a decision that involves a lifetime commitment.

Adoptions for everyone

As the definition of family continues to develop and change, many state laws vary widely in terms of who is permitted to adopt children, and under what circumstances.

Adoption and foster agencies usually choose so-called traditional families for adoption.  This sometimes means a young married couple who share the same skin color as the adopted child.  Other people who do not fit this profile often have a more difficult time adopting a child.  Examples include—

  • Older couples
  • Single people
  • Interracial couples
  • Same-sex couples*
  • Unmarried heterosexual couples

*If you are a member of a non-traditional family and wish to adopt your partner's child or have your partner adopt your child, please visit our LGBT Law page for more information on second parent adoptions.

Meeting the requirements of North Carolina adoption law

Regardless of your background, overcoming barriers, fulfilling requirements and completing adoption procedures and paperwork requires knowledge and attention to detail.  If you are considering adopting a child or putting a child up for adoption, or have other questions or concerns regarding adoption, our experienced family law attorneys at Haas & Associates, P.A. can help you make your way through the complex legal process.  If you are involved in creating a family through the use of surrogacy or assisted reproduction, please visit our surrogacy page for more information.

Because every family is different

The attorneys of Haas & Associates, P.A. understand that each family has its own unique needs and goals that should be honored and furthered by the legal professionals who support them.  That is why commitment to our clients' needs is our number one priority.  Call us at 1-919-827-0916, or contact Haas & Associates, P.A. online to get more information and set up a consultation with one of our attorneys.