• About Us
  • Professionals
  • Practice Areas
  • Why Hire Us?
  • Contact

Foster Care Adoption in Mississippi

By John S. Grant IV on November 10, 2013

In Mississippi, the process for a foster-care adoption is not that different from other types of adoptions. The main difference is that for foster-care children, the Mississippi Attorney General’s office must file to terminate the biological parents’ rights. But once the biological parents’ rights are terminated, the foster parents then hire their own private lawyer to finalize the adoption.

Our attorneys are approved by the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services to handle foster-care adoptions. We are experienced with foster-care adoptions and can guide you through every step of the process.

With foster-care adoptions, a representative from the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services must sign a consent form agreeing for the adoption to proceed.

Also, the same requirements for other adoptions apply: (1) a petition must be signed by the foster parents requesting the court to grant the adoption; (2) the foster parents must sign an affidavit stating any property of substantial value the child owns (generally the answer is none); (3) the foster parents must obtain an affidavit from a physician or nurse practitioner certifying the child is in good health, (4) a hearing must take place before a judge, and (5) a final judgment or decree must be signed by the judge approving the adoption. Our attorneys draft all the paperwork involved in this process, including the petition, the affidavits, and the decree to present to the judge to sign.

Further, it is common for the foster parents to want to change the child’s name so that the child shares their last name. This can be done as part of the adoption process.

Our attorneys are experienced with foster-care adoptions. Let us hep you today by calling (601) 827-3031.

Related Posts
  • Cost of Prenuptial Agreements in Mississippi 
  • How Much Does It Cost to Set Up a Conservatorship in Mississippi? 
  • How Much Does It Cost to Set Up a Guardianship in Mississippi? 
  • How Much Does an Uncontested Divorce Cost in Mississippi? 
  • Registration of International Adoptions in Mississippi
  • MISSISSIPPI ADOPTION LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS 
  • How Much Does an Adoption Lawyer Cost in Mississippi?
  • How Much Does Probate Cost in Mississippi?
  • How Much Does a Will Cost in Mississippi?
  • All About Appellate Mediation in Mississippi 
  • How Long Does an Appeal Take in Mississippi?
  • How Long Does an Adoption Take in Mississippi?
  • What Happens If I Win My Appeal?
  • Do I Need an Adoption Lawyer or Can I Handle It Myself?  
  • Post-Conviction Relief Appeals in Mississippi 
  • Process to Appeal from a Summary Judgment in Mississippi 
  • Appeal Your Mississippi Criminal Conviction
  • Workers’ Compensation Appeals in Mississippi
  • Personal Injury Appeals and Medical Malpractice Appeals in Mississippi
  • Divorce and Custody Appeals in Mississippi
Our Reviews

“John was very professional throughout the entire process and made heartfelt recommendations along the way.”

“No doubt that he is one of the best attorneys Mississippi can take pride in.”

“I am glad I found John Grant to help me through a difficult time. ”

“His litigation style saves his client's money and gets them good results.”

Stephen

“John was very detail oriented and took the time to review and include any and all information to bring us to success!”

“We hired John Grant as our attorney to have my daughter adopted by her step dad! The process was kept simple for my family and myself! ”

Kayla

“John handled my family's adoption and he did a great job! He was very attentive to detail and made sure everything was lined up for adoption day. ”

Lindsey

“John Grant was beyond patient and understanding of my situation. I would gladly recommend him and this firm to others.”

JoAnna
More Testimonials

Contact Our Firm Today

(601) 827-3031
Let Our Experienced Attorneys Help Today
  • Describe Your Legal Matter

© COPYRIGHT SINCE 2022 | DISCLAIMER | PRIVACY POLICY Design & Marketing by Nuzu