Home Studies in Adoption
Have you decided that you would like to adopt a child? This is wonderful news, as adoption can be a joyous experience for couples and the child.
Whether you are adopting a child in the United States or pursuing an international adoption, a home study will be a critical step in the process. Home studies are required in almost every adoption. The studies are given a lot of weight in the courts, as judges consider whether an adoption is in the best interest of the child.
A home study will go in depth to determine what the home environment is like. In addition to determining whether the home is stable, financial information will also be looked at in order to determine whether a prospective adoptive parent has the financial means to provide for the child.
A home study also involves criminal background checks, looking at finances and even your personal relationships. It is used by the courts to assess if a stable environment exists for a family to adopt a child.
Some states require suitability studies in addition to the home study in order to determine whether the adoption would be a good match and represent the best interest of the child.
If you are pursuing an adoption, it is critical to talk to an attorney about a home and suitability study. It is critical to work with an agency that is qualified, reputable and respected by the courts.
If you are interested in pursuing an adoption, Stange Law Firm, PC can help. You can contact us online or at 855-805-0595.
