Adoption & Guardianship

Orange County Child Adoption Attorney

The Law Office of Karen H. Beckman offers new parents comprehensive legal services to ensure a smooth adoption. The firm also represents potential legal guardians who are interested in permanent or temporary guardianship. Welcoming a new child into your heart and home is an exciting time, made easier with the helpful guidance of the firm.

Would you like to speak with a lawyer about baby adoption or legal guardianship? Contact The Law Office of Karen H. Beckman to arrange a consultation in her Orange or Irvine, California, office.

Comprehensive Child Adoption Services

There are many options available for adoptive parents, and the circumstances for each family can be different. There are many types of adoption the firm handles. These types include:

• Stepparent adoptions: When a person remarries, he or she may wish after a time to adopt the new spouse's children. If necessary, the firm can assist with paternity issues and termination of parental rights.
• Relative adoptions: Grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other family members may be interested in adopting the children they care about.
• Independent adoptions: An independent adoption does not involve an adoption agency. Birth and adoptive parents work together, and an attorney can ensure the legal requirements are fulfilled.

Guardianships

Guardianships can be temporary or permanent. Guardianships can be established by a parent or can be court-ordered in the event of a death, substance abuse, or other pressing issue. The firm represents clients who are planning on taking care of a child for an extended period of time. Contact the firm to arrange a consultation.