Freehold Adoption Attorney

Adoption enables many couples and individuals to build a family. It can be a challenging and complex process. With the assistance of a knowledgeable adoption attorney in East Brunswick, however, every portion of the procedure can be viewed as a step toward one of the greatest joys of your life. At the Law Offices of Ryan E. Gilbert, LLC, I assist people who are adopting a child or need to give up their child for adoption.

What are the Requirements to Adopt a Child in New Jersey?

People who wish to adopt must meet many requirements. Individuals who are 18 years of age or older and married couples may qualify. To be approved for a specific child, the individual must be at least 10 years older than the child they wish to adopt. Also, a child's brother, sister, aunt, uncle, birth father, grandparent, or stepparent can adopt him or her. Domestic and international adoptions both work in different ways from each other and have distinct requirements.

Can You Adopt Someone Over 18?

It is possible to adopt someone over 18. In New Jersey, the process is largely the same as in other states — both the adoptive parent and adoptee must have a preexisting relationship, and the adoptive parent must be over 21 years old and financially stable. However, in New Jersey, there are additional requirements for adult adoption that must be met, such as obtaining the consent of all legally-recognized parents or guardians and obtaining approval from the court system. It is important to consult with a legal professional, such as our East Brunswick adoption lawyer, before proceeding with an adoption process.