Adult Adoption Attorneys

Secure Your Family’s Future with Adult Adoption:

At The Law Office of Gina Smalley, we are a compassionate adult adoption attorneys located in Marietta, Georgia dedicated to serving Cobb County and Paulding County communities. Our firm can help any adult (over the age of 18) can be adopted, after giving written consent to the adoption, by another adult in Georgia. Adult adoption is a heartfelt and meaningful legal process that allows individuals to formalize the bonds of family and create lasting connections. 

Why Consider Adult Adoption in Georgia:

Adult adoption holds a special place in the realm of family law. It offers a legal means to solidify existing relationships, whether it be a stepchild wanting to formally adopt their stepparent, a close friend seeking to establish a legally recognized parent-child relationship, or any situation where individuals wish to establish a more profound familial connection. This process can bring individuals closer together, offering a sense of belonging, support, and security.

The Adult Adoption Process in Georgia:

Adopting an adult is a straightforward, yet legally intricate process. There are some legal steps that need careful attention. We start by filing a request in the county where you or the person you want to adopt lives. At the Law Office of Gina Smalley, we are here to help you every step of the way. Our team will help you fill out the right forms, guide you through the court process, and make sure everything is done correctly. We know a lot about adult adoptions and will give your case the special care it needs. Our goal is to make the process easy and smooth, so you can focus on becoming a new family.

Adult Adoption incudes many potential benefits, including:

• Automatic inheritance rights in the absence of a living will and trust
• Medical decision-making authority
• The ability to bring lawsuits on behalf of a loved one for personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death
• Priority consideration in child custody cases
• Insurance benefits
• Potential tax benefits (gift tax, dependency exemptions)
• Access to hospitals during “family only”) visitation times
• Immigration benefits; and
• The emotional satisfaction of formalizing meaningful relationships.

Why You Need an Adult Adoption Attorney in Georgia:

We have many years of adoption experience, with 100% success rate in adult adoptions. Georgia statutes are cumbersome and can be difficult to dissect. Courts take adoption seriously and Petitions that are not 100% compliant with the statutes WILL be rejected. We have had ZERO Petitions rejected. We understand the significance of this legal process and are committed to helping you navigate the entire pre-adoption and post-adoption processes with care and expertise  to ensure seamless results. If you are considering adult adoption or have questions about the process, we invite you to reach out to our dedicated team for a consultation.  Your new chapter begins here at the Law Office of Gina Smalley. Please call us for a free consultation at 770-794-4460 or schedule your consultation at the button below.