Child Adoptions

Avoid Complications and Confusion - San Antonio Texas Family Law Attorney Bill Baskette

Due to the death of a parent or their incarceration, other family members may find it necessary to adopt the child of a relative. At the San Antonio, Texas, law office of family law attorney Bill Baskette, I offer clients over 20 years of legal experience and a thorough knowledge of the courts. With experience as a former judge and prosecutor, I understand the burden of proof and fitness requirements imposed by the court and state.

For more information regarding how my office can help you in child adoptions, contact the Law Offices of Bill Baskette today. Representing clients in Seguin, Boerne, Kerrville, and Austin, I provide Free Email Consultations and am available for weekend and evening appointments.

Helping Families

As your family law attorney, I advise, counsel, and represent people in regard to the following kinds of child adoption matters:

• Adoptions by step-parents
• Adoptions by grandparents
• Adoptions due to the death of a parent
• Adoptions of children by adult siblings
• Adoptions involving adults for trust fund reasons
• Adoptions of children by extended family member relatives

Being Prepared for what is Expected of You

Since the state always places the interests of children first, it is important to prepare an adoption with the expectations and standards of the state in mind. As your lawyer, I meet one-on-one with you and explain the expectations of the Child Welfare Department, how an in-home study is conducted by the Social Services Agency, and how the court will evaluate your financial situation. Understanding what to expect is the best way to avoid delays and make sure you’re prepared to demonstrate the health and fitness of your household.

Making the Law Work for You

Adoptions affect inheritance rights, as well as taxes, health insurance, and other areas. As your lawyer I prepare information for you and guide you through the legal procedures involved. Making sure you’re prepared for the burden of proof that will be placed on you, as your family law attorney I stand by you to make sure your rights are protected and due diligence preformed in any evaluation of your home or financial standing.

Experience Makes a Difference

I’ve help families over the years make room for the children of relatives in a time of need. My experience and knowledge of what to expect and how to prepare can save time and problems in the long run. Contact the Law Offices of Bill Baskette today. Representing clients in San Antonio, Laredo, Austin, and Corpus Christi, I offer free consultations and am available for evening and weekend appointments.

IMPORTANT: There is a limited amount of time to appeal a result that you do not think is fair! Sometimes the deadline is as little as 30 days! Contact me IMMEDIATELY if you need to appeal a final decision by the judge in a civil case. I am an experienced appellate attorney who can argue your case on your behalf.