by Ryan Gillett | Mar 30, 2022 | Uncategorized
If you’re a stepparent, wondering if you can file for custody of your stepchild, you’re probably in a situation where you’re worried about the welfare of that child, and you have to make a tough decision. Depending on the circumstance in Oklahoma,...
by Ryan Gillett | Mar 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Have you been thinking about adopting your stepchild and wondering what the benefits are? This post will explore all of the good things that come from a stepparent adoption. Right to Make Decisions The first benefit is the right to make decisions as a stepparent....
by Ryan Gillett | Mar 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Can you become the legal guardian of your stepchild? The short answer is yes. However, there are two very different legal ways of doing so, and one of them is pretty rare. Still, it’s important to understand which one applies to you. Step-Parent Adoption The...
by Ryan Gillett | Mar 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
Deadbeat dad. What does that phrase even mean? In this post, I’ll discuss why that might matter to you. Is the father of your child a deadbeat dad? Have you remarried and your husband is really the one who’s been there for your child and supported them? Or...
by Ryan Gillett | Mar 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
So you’ve been searching for information online about adoptions, how many different types of adoptions are there, and what are the differences. This post will introduce you to the basic four different types of adoptions. Child Welfare Adoption The first type of...
by Ryan Gillett | Feb 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
Welcome to Step Up Adoptions. We discuss issues and answer questions related to the process of adopting your stepchild. We’re an adoption law firm based in Oklahoma. But even if you live in a different state, we’ll have some content that’s relevant...
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