ADULT ADOPTION
INVALUABLE ADVICE FROM AN ADULT ADOPTION LAWYER IN GEELONG
Many Australians that talk to adult adoption firms are faced with concerns about legal complexities, paperwork, their legal rights, social perceptions and their own family dynamics. For example, any implications for existing family relationships.
With guidance from our adult adoption lawyer in Geelong, you can overcome the obstacles and create a feeling of belonging for the person you wish to adopt.
This is an opportunity to recognise the love between a non-biological parent and child, and Canny Legal can help you navigate the confusing legal landscape. This is an opportunity to recognise the love between a non-biological parent and child, and Canny Legal can help you navigate the confusing legal landscape.
CAN YOU ADOPT AN ADULT IN AUSTRALIA?
All states in Australia permit adult adoption only under certain conditions. The court must be satisfied that:
- There was a significant child-parent relationship before the person to be adopted turned 18
- The person to be adopted understands the consequences of adoption in relation to their interests, rights and welfare
If both parties are willing and you’re confident you meet these conditions, you can then make a formal application.
As experienced adult adoption lawyers in Geelong, Canny Legal can help you create and submit a strong and meaningful application, so the person in question can legally become part of the family.
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