Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
My wife and I would like to addopt my niece. She has been living with us for 11 months, since my sister's murder. We would like to do this PRO SE. How do we get started?
Asked on 2/15/11, 9:16 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Fran Brochstein
Attorney & Mediator
Adoption is a complex process.
There are pro bono (free) agencies.
Check out the State Bar of Texas website for ideas.
Many attorneys offer payment plans.
I don't know what county you are located in.
Check out www.lawguru.com or www.avvo.com for attorneys. Read their answers then call the ones that seem nice. On avvo.com don't pay any attention to the "rating system" since it's not really realistic.
The adoption process has many fees even for a relative adoption. It takes months.
Good luck.
Sorry for your loss.
Answered on 2/15/11, 7:24 pm