Adoption Attorney in San Antonio
Adoption changes everything—for the child, for the parent, and for the future you’re building together. It’s a moment worth celebrating, but the legal steps can be more complicated than people expect. You want the process done right, with no surprises or delays.
At Brandi Wolfe Law, we guide families through adoptions across Bexar County. From step-parent and relative adoptions to private placements and name changes, we handle the details so you can focus on what matters most.
Types of Adoption We Handle
Every adoption is different, but we commonly assist with:
- Step-parent adoption
- Grandparent or relative adoption
- Private adoption arrangements
- Adult adoption (see our dedicated Adult Adoption page)
- Termination of parental rights as part of adoption
We also work with families who started the process on their own but ran into paperwork issues or unexpected court complications.
Legal Steps in a Texas Adoption
Here’s what the process typically involves:
- Filing the petition with the appropriate court
- Termination of parental rights (if necessary)
- Home study and background checks (required in some cases)
- Court hearings to review documents and approve the adoption
- Final decree of adoption issued by the judge
Once finalized, you may request an amended birth certificate and take care of any necessary name changes or legal filings.
Learn more about the legal background of termination cases here.
You Deserve a Clear, Calm Process
Adoption is joyful—but it can also be emotional, especially when it involves biological parents who aren’t cooperating or cases where the child’s background raises sensitive issues. We walk with you through those decisions, give you straight answers, and make sure your case stays on track.
If your situation began with a CPS case or contested custody, we’ll bring that context into your adoption plan.
Let’s Make It Official
When you’re ready to open the next chapter as a legal family, we’re ready to help you get there.
Call (210) 571-0400 or book your free adoption consultation. We typically respond within one business hour.
You’ll find more family law resources and services on our Family Law page.