Helping you build lasting family bonds through the adoption process.
For those looking to expand their family and provide a permanent, loving home for a child, adoption is a profound legal journey. This process formalizes your role as a parent, granting you the rights and responsibilities to make important decisions about a child’s upbringing, education, and health. It’s a significant and rewarding step toward creating a lasting family bond, and our experienced team is here to guide you through this process.
Adoption is a court-ordered process that permanently transfers all parental rights and responsibilities from a child’s biological parents or previous guardians to adoptive parents, establishing a new family legal relationship.
Mincher Koeman offers experience and support in navigating the adoption process. We provide:
Choosing to adopt is a deeply personal decision, often driven by a desire to provide a child with a loving and permanent home, or to expand your family.
It’s a commitment to a child’s future and a lifelong bond. To begin this rewarding journey in Alberta, the first step involves understanding the different types of adoption available and familiarizing yourself with Alberta’s specific legal requirements. At Mincher Koeman, we’re here to help clarify this process and ensure you’re well-prepared for the journey ahead.
In Alberta, there are generally a few paths to adoption. This includes public adoptions through the provincial government, private adoptions arranged through licensed agencies or individuals, and step-parent adoptions, where a step-parent formalizes their parental relationship with their spouse’s child.
While specific requirements can vary by the type of adoption, generally, adoptive parentas in Alberta must be at least 18 years old, be Canadian citizens or permanent residents, and demonstrate the ability to provide a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment.
The timeline for adoption can vary depending on the type of adoption and individual circumstances. While step-parent adoptions can generally be completed within several months to a year, other processes can often take several years to fully complete.
Your path to legal clarity starts here. Let’s explore your legal options together.
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