Lawyers attorneys adoption?

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OMeganO

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To Whom It May Concern,
My name is Megan. For the last 4 years i have been looking for a way that my husband can adopt our two boys from previous relationships.
My husband and I have been together for 9 years and married for 5. He has raised our boys from the ages 1 and 3.
Neither biological father has been in their life's. I have contacted both, who have willingly agreed to sign over their rights.
We do not have the $1500-$2500 retainer fee. We would be lucky to scrape up a few hundred for a guardian ad litem.
My husband is an amazing father. He has been a dad when he didn't have to be. In this day and age too many men run away from their children.
Then there are men like my husband. Who has devoted his life to two boys, not because he has to or because they share his
blood. Just because he loves them and wants them to have the best life he can give.
So today i am taking the last step i can think of and writing a request, A request for help. I know there is someone out there
who would be willing to act as legal counsel for little or no fee. Maybe someone who is willing to make payment arrangements or just give us some advice on our options.
I can't think of a better Christmas gift for my husband or our boys boys than for them to be able to say that they are legally
Father and Son!
 
THE best way to find a lawyer is by word of mouth. Ask your: family, friends, coworkers, anyone you might know in the same situation, etc.

OR

Call your local (usually county) bar association. Ask for names of attorneys that handle Adoptions. (If money is a BIG problem, you could also ask for the phone number of your local LegalAid office. - the attorneys at LegalAid are "real" attorneys, but sometimes in the field of Law, how much you are willing to pay does affect the quality you get.)

When you call the law office(s), insist on speaking with the Lawyer. Just tell the Secretary the main idea of your matter - do not tell all the little details of your matter to the Secretary - save the details for the Attorney. When you get the Lawyer on the phone line, ask him/her:

- Do they give FREE, initial consultations? (most do, but not all - you have to ask, don't assume)
- How much do they charge?
- Could you make payments on your account?
- Can they help you? OR Refer you to someone who can help you?

Good luck.





(This is based on my knowledge, information, belief, and life experiences. This was intended as personal opinion, and not intended to be used as legal advice. Seeking advice over the Internet is not a good idea - the field of Law is too complex for that. Please be careful and do your research.)
 
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