About National Adoption Month National Adoption Month first began as National Adoption Week in 1984 after President Regan proclaimed it so. The month is an initiative that brings awareness surrounding adoption issues, highlights the need for teens in the system to get adopted, and brings to the forefront the value of youth engagement. In more…
Each year, Texas produces high rates of adoptions. In 2019, the state surpassed 6,000 adopted children. Over the past decade, Texas has seen a 25% increase in adoptions making that the highest number it’s ever been, and for the first time, the number of children entering the system is lower than those leaving it for…
Hidden foster care, or “shadow foster care,” as it’s sometimes called, is not a term we hear everyday. However, hidden foster care is actually one of the biggest legal challenges when it comes to the foster care system in Texas and our country as a whole. So what is hidden foster care? Hidden foster care,…
If you are thinking of adopting a child, here is where to start and some of the things to consider. Adoption can be one of the most rewarding experiences for families. It’s also one of the most rewarding in family law as well. A family making the decision to adopt a child as a member…
In San Antonio family law is the area of law that covers domestic issues involving partners, spouses, and children. Below is an overview of the major legal matters that are related to family law in San Antonio. In reviewing these different areas, you will also get an idea as to whether you should hire a…