Because You Are Mom and Dad
You already get all the hugs and kisses; now get the legal recognition you deserve.
We Do Stepparent Adoptions
Looking for another type of adoption? Click here.
ARE YOU SCARED ABOUT
WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO
YOUR CHILD WHEN YOU
ARE GONE?
DO YOU FEEL LIKE
AN OUTSIDER AS A
STEPPARENT?
DO YOU WANT YOUR SPOUSE
TO FEEL MORE SECURE ABOUT
HIS/HER ROLE IN YOUR
CHILD'S LIFE?
Why You Should Do A StepParent Adoption
Peace of Mind
Have peace of mind about your child's future, knowing exactly who will care for your child when you're gone.
Recognition
Give your spouse the gift of legal recognition for what he/she is already doing - being the parent.
Relief
Be able to finally breathe and move confidently into the future; build a stronger family bond where you all share the same last name
Want to do your adoption yourself? Click here to find out how.
- Note from Lucrece -
I understand that an adoption is much more than a name change. As a licensed Adoption Attorney in Nebraska and Iowa, I have finalized over 45 adoptions. What makes my law office different is that I help families grow through adoption and pride myself in quick responsiveness to my clients.
An adoption solidifies what's always been true:
-You are mom and dad-
Our Promise To You
HONEST AND PERSONABLE
RESPONSIVE
Shelby
My husband & I recently worked with Lucrece for a stepparent adoption, and Lucrece far exceeded our already high expectations. She is extremely knowledgable, & made the process as quick & easy on us as possible
Amanda
...we had spent $10,000+ and gone through 3 different lawyers who promised they could get [our stepparent adoption] done but didn't...Lucrece moved quickly and had my step parent adoption finalized in about 4 months!!!!
Shawri
We chose to do a stepparent adoption, Ms. Bundy... was... the third attorney that I have retained for this same purpose and is the only attorney who was able to get us to where we are today.
Want to do your adoption yourself? Click here to find out how.
Your Personalized Adoption Plan
Step 1
Schedule A Meeting And Tell Me Your Story
Step 2
Receive Your Personalized Adoption Plan
Step 3
Finalize The Adoption And Be Legally Recognized For The Role You Are Already Playing
What to Expect from a Meeting
Tell me your
story
learn the adoption process
decide your next steps
Are you looking to set up a guardianship or prepare a will or trust? We can help with that too.
Our Other Adoption Services
Check out our blog!
Common Questions about Stepparent Adoption
How long does it take to do a stepparent adoption?
On an average, it takes a couple of months for a stepparent adoption to be finalized.
Can you adopt an Adult?
Yes! In Nebraska, the law allows for the adoption of your adult stepchild. So if you never got around to adopting your stepchild for one reason or another, it is not too late to start the process. An adult stepparent adoption is recommended mostly for estate planning purposes. If you do not adopt your stepchild, he/she will not be able to inherit from you when you pass away.
What are the Requirements for Stepparent adoption in Nebraska?
In both Nebraska and Iowa, you will need:
Criminal background checks
An FBI criminal background check and a child abuse registry check of the stepparent is required.
Marriage
The stepparent must be married to his/her stepchild's biological parent.
Consents
If you want to adopt your stepchild, both your spouse and the other biological parent have to agree to it. There are some exceptions to having to get the other parent's consent.
How Much Does a Stepparent Adoption Cost?
On average, a stepparent adoption in Nebraska can cost anywhere from $2,000 to over $4,000 depending on your specific situation.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER: This site is for informational purposes only and is not to be construed as legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice, please consult an attorney directly through the site’s contact page to be put in touch with an attorney that can inform you on your legal options. Neither viewing this website nor submitting information through the contact page forms or creates an attorney-client relationship, and no such relationship will be formed without express written agreement. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established. Information on this website may be classified as an advertisement pursuant to local rules.