Adoption & Family Formation Law
Adoption & Family Formation Law
Adoptive Parents
Forming your family through adoption
Forming your family through adoption
Whether you have located a child on your own or are seeking help in finding a baby, Susan Moffet can help. With over 35 years of adoption experience, you can be confident that the legal and practical aspects of your adoption will be handled competently. We will work with you to finalize your adoption. We handle interstate adoptions and Indian Child Welfare Act placements.
How do I get started?
It's easy! Call Susan Moffet at (541) 316-7150 and request a Prospective Client Packet. If you have some preliminary questions, one of the attorneys will answer them before you proceed. Inside the packet will be an informative letter with instructions on creating a birth mother portfolio, as well as an adoption information from and fee agreement to fill out and return. Once we have received your information we can set up an in-office appointment or telephone conference to begin the process.
How long will it take?
This depends on many factors. Most adoptions take 4-6 months to finalize once the Petition for Adoption is filed. However, in an infant adoption, locating a birth mother can take anywhere from a few days to many months. Once found, the time line depends on how far along your birth mother is in her pregnancy.
Where do I get a Home Study?
A Home study verifies information about you and your family. The Oregon Department of Human Service has contracted with several Oregon adoption agencies to complete pre-placement Home studies for Oregon Adoptive families. If you live outside of Oregon, your out-of-state Home study will be reviewed and approved by one of the Oregon agencies. Susan C Moffet PC will help you arrange for the Home study and/or approval process.
What if I already know a birth mother who wants to place with me?
Great! We can gather social and medical background information from your birth mother. We will arrange for her to be represented by an attorney and draw up the appropriate legal documents. We will make arrangements with the doctor and hospital so the placement goes smoothly.
What if I am single?
Oregon allows single people and non-traditional families to adopt.
What if we don't live in Oregon?
Families from other states can adopt in Oregon as long as the child or the birth parent have lived in Oregon for at least six months before placement. In some circumstances, it may be best to finalize your adoption in your home state. We can help you make that determination.
Birth Parents
Let us help you during this important time
Making an adoption plan for your child is one of the most important life choices you will ever make. Susan Moffet can help you through the adoption process and see that you have the care and resources necessary for making a successful adoption plan.
Susan Moffet has helped women with adoption for more that 35 years. She is available to answer your questions and to help you with your unique situation.
Adoption is a legal process that allows a child to become a member of a new family. Adoption is a way you can provide a good home for your child and make certain your child has the love and life opportunities you feel are important. Let us help you during this important time of your life.
Making an adoption plan for your child is one of the most important life choices you will ever make. Susan Moffet can help you through the adoption process and see that you have the care and resources necessary for making a successful adoption plan.
Susan Moffet has helped women with adoption for more that 35 years. She is available to answer your questions and to help you with your unique situation.
Adoption is a legal process that allows a child to become a member of a new family. Adoption is a way you can provide a good home for your child and make certain your child has the love and life opportunities you feel are important. Let us help you during this important time of your life.