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Nassau County Adoption Attorney

Helping Nassau County Clients With The Adoption Process in New York

Pursuing the adoption of a child can be an extremely important and meaningful step in your life. At the Law Office of Tzvi Y. Hagler, P.C., we understand the challenges you may be facing and the emotions you are feeling. We also understand the vital importance of this decision and the lasting impact it will have on your life. We have helped many families go through this process and obtain the adoption they desired.

Let our Nassau County adoption attorneys help you navigate through the adoption process and address any concerns you may have. Get in touch with our family law firm to speak with an adoption lawyer in Nassau County.

When you work with our firm, we take the time to explain each stage of the adoption process, from filing the initial petition to finalizing the adoption in court, so you understand what to expect at every step. Because adoption matters in New York are often handled through the Nassau County Surrogate's Court or Family Court depending on the circumstances, we guide you on where your case will be heard and how local procedures may affect your timeline. We carefully review your goals, your family situation, and any prior court orders so we can prepare you for home studies, background checks, and court appearances in a way that feels manageable and structured.

Call our firm at (516) 514-3868 or fill out our online contact form to get in touch with an adoption attorney in Nassau County.

How Our Team Can Help You

Our Nassau County adoption lawyers represent families throughout the areas of:

To speak with a compassionate and knowledgeable adoption attorney in Nassau County and Suffolk County, contact our firm today.

Adoption Process in New York

Adoption is a viable option for families in New York who are unable to conceive a child or who cannot carry a pregnancy to term. Adoption can also be a viable option for families who are unable to care for their children due to illness, financial hardship, or other factors.

Adoption allows a family to take on the responsibility of caring for a child, and the child to gain the love and security of a permanent home. It is also a way for a family to grow and for a child to experience the joy of being part of a loving and caring family.

Whether you are interested in adopting a newborn, a toddler, a young child, or a teenager, there are many options available. If you are interested in private adoption, you can search for a birth mother who is considering adoption. You can also search for an adoption agency or international adoption agency that can assist you with the adoption process.

If you are unable to find the child you wish to adopt, you can consider surrogate parenting or foster care options. With surrogate parenting, you can become a parent to a child who is not biologically related to you. With foster care, you can take in a child who is in the state's care due to abuse or neglect.

New York law sets out specific requirements for background checks, consents, and court approval before an adoption can be finalized, and these requirements can vary depending on whether you are working with an agency, pursuing a private placement, or adopting through the foster care system. Our team can walk you through how home studies are conducted, what documentation you will need to gather, and how hearings in Nassau County or nearby counties such as Queens or Suffolk typically proceed. By preparing you in advance for these steps, we help reduce uncertainty so you can focus on building a safe and loving environment for your child.

When you are thinking about adoption in New York, some of the key questions to consider include::

What type of adoption best fits your situation, such as agency, private, stepparent, or foster care adoption?
Which court will handle your case, and how do procedures in Nassau County compare with those in other New York counties?
What documents and consents will you need to gather from birth parents, agencies, and professionals involved in the process?
How long the process may take based on the type of adoption, the child's circumstances, and court scheduling in your area?
What support and guidance you will have from an attorney, agencies, and other professionals during each step of the adoption journey?

Why Choose Law Office of Tzvi Y. Hagler, P.C.?

Availability to Clients
We are here to help you in your time of need. We offer appointments in the evenings and on Sunday.
Strives to Achieve the Client’s Goals
We strive to ensure that all of our clients are satisfied with our representation.
Personalized Attention and Dedication
We provide specialized attention and dedication to every single case that we work on.
Experience You Can Count On
Our attorneys have over a decade of experience in past cases and client satisfaction.

Types Of Adoptions We Commonly Handle

Many families are unsure which adoption path is right for them, and understanding the basic differences can make your next steps much clearer. Some families may be considering adopting a relative or stepchild, while others are exploring agency placements, infant adoptions, or welcoming a child from foster care. Each of these options has its own requirements, timelines, and court procedures under New York law, and the right fit often depends on your family structure, your relationship to the child, and whether parental rights have already been addressed. By learning about these options early, you can have a more focused conversation with an adoption attorney in Nassau County about what makes sense for your situation.

Domestic agency and private placements often involve working closely with a licensed New York agency or directly with expectant parents, and usually require detailed home studies and coordination with the court in the county where you or the child live. Stepparent and relative adoptions are more common when a child is already living in your home, and the process may include addressing consent or termination of parental rights through Family Court in Nassau County or another local court. Adoptions from foster care often involve collaboration with the local department of social services and the court that originally oversaw the child protection case, which can add procedural steps but also offers a structured framework for moving toward permanency.

International adoptions add another layer, because they must comply not only with New York and federal requirements, but also with the laws of the child’s country of origin and, in some cases, international agreements. Families considering this route often need guidance on immigration issues, required approvals, and possible post-placement reporting before the adoption is fully recognized here. We can help you understand how these pieces come together so that, whether your case is heard in Nassau County or in another New York county, you are prepared for the legal and practical steps involved in welcoming a child into your home.

Contact Our Adoption Lawyer in Nassau County Today

The Law Office of Tzvi Y. Hagler, P.C. can help you through the adoption process, whether you are interested in domestic adoption or international adoption. We can also help you pursue the option of stepparent adoption or foster care adoption.

The Law Office of Tzvi Y. Hagler, P.C. has handled adoption cases for both domestic and international adoptees, and we can help you through the process. Our adoption lawyer in Nassau County can help you obtain a private adoption, work with an adoption agency, or pursue international adoption.

During an initial consultation, we can review your family circumstances, discuss any prior court orders or child welfare involvement, and identify which type of adoption most closely fits your goals. We can then outline a realistic timeline, potential costs, and the role of any agencies or social workers, so you have a clear picture of the road ahead before you begin. Because rules and practices can differ between Nassau County and other nearby counties where you may have lived or where the child is currently placed, we take care to address how those local differences may affect your case.

Call our firm at (516) 514-3868 or fill out our online contact form to get in touch with our Nassau County adoption attorney.

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