Solicitors Adoption

Adoption in the UK is a legal process by which an individual or couple becomes the permanent, legal parents of a child who cannot be raised by their birth family. The Adoption and Children Act 2002 outlines the framework, ensuring each adoption is in the best interests of the child. While the process can be rigorous, it aims to provide stability and a loving environment for children.

Sarah-Jane Riddell

East Sussex BN3 5AA

Adoption Solicitor East Sussex

32 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Sarah-Jane collaborative family lawyer and accredited mediator specialising in family law since 1993 at a range of large regional and smaller local firms; offers mediation (including MIAMs) with regard to all issues relating to both children and finances;...

Gemma Stevens

Plymouth PL4 9BD

Adoption Solicitor Plymouth

18 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Adoption

Gemma Stevens is an experienced family law solicitor based in Plymouth, with 18 years of practice in the field. She qualified as a solicitor in 2007 after completing her Law degree at Plymouth University and the Legal Practice...

Amanda Rimmer

Wigan WN3 5BA

Adoption Solicitor Wigan

32 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I am a Partner in the family law team at Stephensons. I joined Stephensons in 1992 and have specialised in family law ever since. Separation and family disputes can bring a variety of situations which require careful management,...

Pardeep Jassal

Dudley DY1 1JF

Adoption Solicitor Dudley

13 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Adoption

I head the Family Department at Wright Solicitors and undertake supervision for the relevant staff. My experience in Family matters is extensive and I have acted for parties involved in divorce proceedings, dissolution of civil partnership proceedings and...

Catherine Watkins

Cwmbran NP44 1UG

Adoption Solicitor Cwmbran

29 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Catherine Watkins is an experienced family and property lawyer based in Cwmbran & Barry and cover South wales & Bristol, with 29 years of legal expertise. Fluent in both English and Welsh, Catherine is a key member of...

Hollie Symon

Southend-on-Sea SS2 6HZ

Adoption Solicitor Southend-on-Sea

13 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Hollie obtained her LLB (Hons) in 2009, before passing the Legal Practice Course with distinction in 2010 at Anglia Ruskin University. Hollie undertook her training contract at an Essex firm and qualified as a solicitor in 2012. Hollie...

Helen Bowns

Warwickshire CV37 6YX

Adoption Solicitor Warwickshire

29 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Helen Bowns is a solicitor based in Warwickshire with 29 years of experience in family law. She specializes in divorce, child custody, adoption, child support, domestic violence and abuse, property division, and children law, including civil partnerships. With...

Thushara Collins

Benfleet SS7 5LD

Adoption Solicitor Benfleet

18 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Thushara Collins, a lawyer based in Benfleet, brings 18 years of experience in family law, property matters, and estate planning, providing dedicated legal services to clients. Fluent in English, French, Hindi, and Punjabi, Thushara specializes in various areas,...

Michelle Camacho

London EC3V 3ND

Adoption Solicitor London

28 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

In my almost 22 years, as a Family Lawyer I would say the most rewarding aspect of what I do is build relationships with my clients and help them to successfully move on with their lives without all...

David Smith

Birmingham B14 7DY

Adoption Solicitor Birmingham

11 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I joined Glover Priest in May 2019 having previously spent several years working as a family solicitor for Legal 500-ranked regional firms. I have a wealth of experience as a solicitor and deal with the full range of...

Vince Adon

London EC4A 2AB

Adoption Solicitor London

7 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Vince Adon is a London-based lawyer with seven years of experience, specializing in a diverse range of legal areas, including education, employment, family law, divorce, mediation, immigration, litigation, bankruptcy, conveyancing, and consumer rights. With a strong academic background,...

Nicola Palfrey

London W6 7PJ

Adoption Solicitor London

19 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Adoption

With 19 years of experience, Nicola Palfrey is a dynamic and highly skilled solicitor specializing in criminal law, family law, employment law, and civil litigation. Fluent in Arabic, English, German, and Italian, Nicola provides expert legal services to...

Ademola AKILO

Luton LU1 2QH

Adoption Solicitor Luton

27 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Adoption

Ademola AKILO, a lawyer based in Luton, brings over 27 years of experience in a wide range of legal fields, including criminal law, fraud, motoring, family law, divorce, civil partnerships, immigration litigation, court claims, and healthcare law. Ademola...

Raj Nair

Preston PR4 0LW

Adoption Solicitor Preston

26 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Raj Nair, a lawyer based in Preston, is a long-established professional with over 26 years of experience in leading areas of law. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, Raj offers comprehensive legal services in various fields, including: Family...

Jacqueline MCCAULAY

Surrey SM3 9AA

Adoption Solicitor Surrey

24 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Jacqueline McCaulay is a highly experienced family law solicitor based in Surrey, with 24 years of expertise in divorce, matrimonial finance, and children matters. She provides tailored legal solutions to clients facing complex family law issues, ensuring a...

What are the steps to adopt a child in the UK?

Contact an adoption agency: You can choose a local authority or a voluntary adoption agency to begin the assessment process.
Initial checks and assessment: The agency will carry out background checks, home visits, and interviews to ensure you can meet a child’s needs.
Approval panel: If your assessment is successful, you’ll attend an adoption panel that decides whether to recommend you for approval as an adopter.
Matching with a child: Once approved, the agency works to match you with a child who needs a permanent home.
Placement and legal process: The child moves in under a placement order. After a settling-in period, you’ll apply to the court for an adoption order, making the adoption legally binding.

How can a solicitor help with adoption, and how much does it cost?

A family solicitor can:

Explain the legal framework: Clarifying your rights and obligations under adoption laws and providing guidance throughout the assessment process.
Review and prepare documentation: Ensuring your application and supporting evidence are accurate and meet court requirements.
Represent you in court: If needed, a solicitor can advocate on your behalf and address any contested issues that arise during the adoption hearing.

Costs vary depending on the complexity of your case and the solicitor’s experience. Hourly rates typically range from £150–£300, but many firms offer fixed-fee packages for straightforward adoptions. If the process becomes more complex—perhaps due to contested issues—additional fees may apply. An initial consultation can help you explore your options, estimate costs, and ensure you’re fully prepared for each stage of the adoption journey.

Chris BARBER

Cardiff CF10 3RS

Adoption Solicitor Cardiff

14 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Adoption

Chris Barber is an experienced solicitor based in Cardiff with 14 years of legal practice, specializing in family law, civil litigation, and employment law. He has extensive experience handling family matters such as cohabitation, divorce, and child disputes....

Joy Edu

London SE13 6EE

Adoption Solicitor London

16 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Adoption

Joy Edu is an experienced solicitor based in London, specializing in family law, including both private and public children law, as well as immigration, wills, trusts, and estate matters. With 16 years of experience, Joy is an Accredited...

Bradie Pell

Sheffield S1 2DD

Adoption Solicitor Sheffield

14 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Recommended in the Legal 500 2020, I am a partner and the head of the family law department at Graysons and have specialised in family law now for a number of years. With significant experience in family law,...

Helen Boynton

Wigan WN6 0HQ

Adoption Solicitor Wigan

28 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I joined Pilgrim Hope Solicitors as a Consultant Family Lawyer in 2019. I qualified as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives in 1997 and I have specialised in the area of matrimonial and family law...

Joanne Gilholm

Hampshire PO16 7BL

Adoption Solicitor Hampshire

26 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Adoption

Joanne Gilholm is a highly experienced family lawyer based in Hampshire, with 26 years of expertise in handling complex and sensitive family law matters. Since qualifying in 1999 as a Chartered Legal Executive, she has dedicated her career...

Emma Roberts

Manchester M3 7BB

Adoption Solicitor Manchester

13 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Emma joined Stephensons in 2019 as a solicitor in the family law department based in the Manchester office. She was made an associate later in the same year. Emma studied for her undergraduate degree at the University of...

David WINNETT

Nottingham NG1 5BS

Adoption Solicitor Nottingham

29 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

David Winnett is a highly experienced family law solicitor and a partner in the Family Law Team at Hopkins Solicitors in Nottingham, with 29 years of experience in the field. He qualified in 1996 and joined the firm...

Kiran Kaur

Guildford GU1 2AB

Adoption Solicitor Guildford

15 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Kiran Kaur is an experienced solicitor based in Guildford, with 15 years of expertise in employment law, family law, divorce, and healthcare-related legal matters. As a key member of C P Law Associates, which was established in 2014,...

Zharna Sutaria

Middlesex HA5 3EF

Adoption Solicitor Middlesex

27 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I was admitted as a solicitor in 1998 and have been practising family law exclusively for the last 20 years. I am a Law Society accredited Family Law specialist and a member of Resolution, an organisation which adopts...

Hannah Magee

Cardiff CF10 3BZ

Adoption Solicitor Cardiff

19 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Ranked in Chambers and Partners as the 'Associate to watch', Hannah Magee is a family law specialist and deals with all areas of family law including divorce, cohabitation disputes, children and ancillary financial matters. Hannah is a member...

Heather Meakin

Liverpool L3 1HU

Adoption Solicitor Liverpool

7 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Heather Meakin is a solicitor based in Liverpool with seven years of experience in Family Law, Divorce, Wills, Trusts, and Estate matters. She provides expert legal guidance tailored to the needs of individuals and families, ensuring clarity, efficiency,...

Anne Shears

Plymouth PL4 9BD

Adoption Solicitor Plymouth

18 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Adoption

Anne Shears is a solicitor based in Plymouth with 18 years of experience specializing in family law and divorce. She provides expert legal services tailored to resolving financial matters and family disputes. In Family Law and Divorce, Anne...

Parminder KUMARI

Bradford BD1 5BD

Adoption Solicitor Bradford

21 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Parminder Kumari is a highly experienced solicitor based in Bradford, specialising in family law with 21 years of expertise. She founded Apex Family Law and has been dedicated to helping families resolve legal issues since her qualification in...

Ian Winrow

Caernarfon LL55 4DA

Adoption Solicitor Caernarfon

11 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Adoption

Ian Winrow is an experienced solicitor with 11 years of legal practice, specializing in employment law, family law, immigration, litigation, and financial services. With a strong academic background, including a first-class law degree from Bangor University, Ian combines...

Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors

Solicitor London W6

Adoption Solicitor London

5 Solicitors

Does not accept legal aid

Hollingsworth Edwards is a highly reputable and successful law firm based in West London, representing clients across the UK and internationally. With expertise in a wide range of legal areas, including criminal law, fraud, employment, family law, divorce,...

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Angela Lally

Leeds LS25 5BQ

Adoption Solicitor Leeds

23 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Angela Lally is a solicitor based in Leeds with 23 years of experience specializing in family law and divorce. She provides expert legal services tailored to matrimonial finances and family matters. In Family Law and Divorce, Angela advises...

Jignesh Patel

Middlesex HA1 3LL

Adoption Solicitor Middlesex

8 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Jignesh Patel is a solicitor based in Middlesex with 8 years of experience. He graduated with an LLB (Hons) in Law from the University of Reading and completed his LPC at the University of Law. Jignesh began his...

Wenjie DONG

London N4 3JU

Adoption Solicitor London

12 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Adoption

Wenjie Dong is a dedicated and approachable solicitor based in London, with 12 years of experience specializing in criminal law, fraud, and family law. Since qualifying as a solicitor in 2013, Wenjie has built a strong reputation for...

Zubair RASHEED

Birmingham B16 8SP

Adoption Solicitor Birmingham

14 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Zubair Rasheed is an experienced solicitor based in Birmingham, with 14 years of practice in family law, immigration, business, and human rights. Fluent in English, Punjabi, and Urdu, he is dedicated to providing expert legal guidance tailored to...

Luca Salerno

London EC4M 8BU

Adoption Solicitor London

22 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Luca Salerno is an accomplished solicitor based in London with 22 years of experience specializing in fraud, family law, international law, and litigation. Fluent in English, German, and Italian, he serves a diverse clientele, offering expert legal guidance...

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