Three truths about adoption everyone should know

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Even with its emotional payoff, child adoption in itself is not an easy process to complete. What makes it even more complicated, Atty. Shane Kersh adds, is that there are so many myths and rumors about child adoption floating around.

To clear the air, Atty. Shane Kersh shares three facts that debunk some of the most common misconceptions on child adoption.

Child adoption isn’t just for the rich.

 While child adoption may prove to be quite costly, many organizations in the U.S. help would-be parents financially, especially if these couples don’t have enough money to shoulder all the expenses. Even local governments and some entrepreneurs offer benefits for households who plan to adopt children.

Not all child adoption cases take forever.
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 Child adoption cases may take a few months to three years to complete. Some cases may even take longer. International adoptions are examples of situations that take years because of the difference in laws between countries. But in the U.S., there are adoptions wherein would-be parents waited less than half-a-year before finalizing the procedure.

People in the armed forces are allowed to adopt children.

 Shane Kersh explains that some people believe military servicemen and women cannot adopt because many of them are stationed overseas. But this isn’t true. Wherever they are serving, U.S. military personnel are allowed to adopt. However, they need to follow their state laws or international adoption laws if adopting children from a different country.

Atty. Shane Kersh and Kersh Law Firm help people who are going through tough times because of divorce. Aside from helping clients reach the best agreement with the opposing party, Atty. Kersh also offers assistance in issues like order modification, child support, Texas marital property, mediation, and CPS defense. For more information on Atty. Kersh and Kersh Law Firm, visit this page.

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