Adoption Legal Services in Sanford, NC

Experienced Adoption Attorneys

If you and your significant other are ready to adopt, you want a legal team you can trust to assist you with the process. Our attorneys will help make the process less complicated and confusing. Contact us today and we will discuss what steps to take to make your family complete. 


Types of Adoption:

  • Private Adoption
  • Step-parent Adoption
  • Relative Adoption
  • Foster Parent Adoption
  • International Adoption
  • Grandparent Adoption
  • Single Parent Adoption
  • Agency Adoption
Happy Family — Sanford, NC — Stephenson & Stephenson PA Attorneys at Law

Adoption Testimony

While I love helping people in any way that I can as an attorney, adoptions have a special place in my heart. While my dad was technically my stepdad from the time I was in elementary school until law school, to our family he was my dad because he raised me. 

It wasn't until I was in law school that I learned my dad could legally become my dad even though I was already in my twenties. Once I found out that my dad could adopt me, we began the process immediately. Having my dad legally become my dad was such a great experience for all of us. 

Having been adopted myself, I understand that sometimes family is who you choose and I truly love being able to help other people complete their families through the adoption process.



-Attorney Deirdre M. Stephenson

Adoption Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: Can the child's name be changed during the adoption process?

    A: Yes! 

  • Q: Will I need the child's original birth certificate?

    A: No, however, we will need a certified copy of their birth certificate to file an adoption.

  • Q: Will the child's other parent have to sign?

    A: Yes, both child’s legal parents must consent to an adoption in North Carolina.

  • Q: What if the other parent will not sign or I cannot locate them?

    A: We may still be able to help! Please contact our office to schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys today so we can advise you of your options.

  • Q: What kinds of adoptions do you do?

    A: Stepparent, Adult, Relative, Independent, and Agency adoptions. 

  • Q: How old do you have to be to be adopted?

    A: In North Carolina, a person can be adopted at any age. One of our attorneys, Deirdre M. Stephenson, was adopted by her (now) dad when she was in her twenties.

We’d love to hear from you! Call our friendly team on 919-774-6182