Written by Leah Gleason

Our office has received a few requests for step parent adoptions recently. I love getting to do these and making a family complete! Below are a few things to think about when considering a step-parent adoption:

  • Will the biological parent consent to the adoption?
  • The child’s full birth name
  • The child’s date of birth
  • The child’s place of birth
  • The child’s residence at the time of the adoption
  • Do you want to change the child’s name?
  • Names of any children in the adoptive home
  • Address of adoptive parent(s) for the last 10 years
  • You will need to have the adoptive parent complete a background check through Nebraska State Patrol
  • You will need a Central Registry Check for the adoptive parent
  • Finally, you will need to obtain a new birth certificate for the child.

While this is not a comprehensive list, it is a good starting point. We are happy to walk you through the steps and answer any questions you may have regarding step-parent adoptions or adoptions through the Department of Health and Human Services, or through private agencies. Give us a call to discuss your situation. 402-519-4061.

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