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Open vs. closed adoption: Which is right for you?

On Behalf of Linda M. DiPasquale, Attorney at Law | Mar 30, 2020 | Adoption

Before adopting a child, you and your partner (if applicable) must make several considerations. One important consideration is whether you want an open adoption or closed adoption, or if you want an arrangement that falls somewhere in between the two. Considering...

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Are you ready to adopt?

On Behalf of Linda M. DiPasquale, Attorney at Law | Feb 27, 2020 | Adoption

When New York parents decide to adopt, they must go through the entire adoption process. This may cost an unexpected amount for some. For others, they may not expect the amount of time the process takes. You should always be sure that you are ready to adopt before...

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Why have international adoptions decreased?

On Behalf of Linda M. DiPasquale, Attorney at Law | Feb 18, 2020 | Adoption

If you have an interest in adopting a child from a foreign country, you may have some difficulty. Though once a common practice, international adoption has seen a dramatic decrease of 72% since 2005 when there were approximately 23,000 children adopted internationally...

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How can you prepare your child for an adopted sibling?

On Behalf of Linda M. DiPasquale, Attorney at Law | Oct 31, 2019 | Adoption

Bringing another child into your family regardless of how it happens always shakes things up when you already have a child. When adopting a child in New York, you have a few more hurdles to overcome when preparing your child for his or her new sibling. This can make...

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Do stepparent adoptions require consent?

On Behalf of Linda M. DiPasquale, Attorney at Law | Sep 20, 2019 | Adoption

A stepparent adoption may be a perfect way to help New York families blend. After a divorce and remarriage, the family dynamic changes. Most parents hope that these changes are for the better. The best-case scenario is for your children to bond with their stepparent....

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What possible change do adoption laws face In New York?

On Behalf of Linda M. DiPasquale, Attorney at Law | Aug 19, 2019 | Adoption

Adoption can be a great gift for a family who wants a child to love and raise. However, for that family to adopt, there has to be another set of parents who give up their child. It is an amazing and happy situation, but at the same time, it is also a sad and...

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Adoption reform bills introduced

On Behalf of Linda M. DiPasquale, Attorney at Law | Apr 5, 2019 | Adoption

Some of New York's adoption laws have not kept up with the times. Even though open adoption has contributed to child's biological parents' involvement, the state keeps birth certificates and adoption records secret. However, legislation was recently introduced which...

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Adoption by same-sex couples

On Behalf of Linda M. DiPasquale, Attorney at Law | Mar 7, 2019 | Adoption

For several years now, same-sex couples have the right to marry. New York and all other states also recognize adoption by gay and lesbian couples. Thus, they need to prepare for options such as agency adoption and undertake many of the procedural steps other couples...

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How does adoption work in New York?

On Behalf of Linda M. DiPasquale, Attorney at Law | Nov 15, 2018 | Adoption

Adopting children provides them with the opportunity of becoming a cherished member of a loving family. Agency adoption must undergo a serious New York investigation and legal process.There are two types of adoption: agency adoption and private placement adoption. In...

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