Adoption + Surrogacy Attorneys in Florida

At Foster + Bloom, we turn the complex legalities of Florida adoption and surrogacy into a clear, secure route forward. We provide the dedicated expertise and heartfelt guidance you need to move forward with total peace of mind.

As the nation’s most experienced law firm dedicated exclusively to family-building, we focus entirely on the joy of creating and protecting your family. Our Florida-licensed attorneys bring local insight and national strength to your unique story, ensuring your parental rights are secure.

Our Offices in Florida

Main Office:

#131-V 10 Fairway Dr. Suite 100

Deerfield Beach, Florida 33441

Main Office:

5660 Strand Ct. Unit #A251

Naples, Florida 34110

Meet Your Florida Attorneys

Barbara Ginn,
Founding Member

Why I Practice in Family Law: "Changing the trajectory of even one child's life is an indescribable feeling."

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Nicole Skellenger,
Founding Member

Why I Practice in Family Law: "Children deserve loving families and advocates that care about them, their biological families and their future."

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Adoption Services in Florida

Building a family through adoption involves a series of meaningful legal milestones. Our Florida legal team provides comprehensive support across several key adoption paths:

Adoption: We act as your steady guide through every legal phase, from the first filing to the final decree. Our team manages all necessary consents and court documentation with care, allowing you to focus on your new family.
Foster Care Adoption: Transitioning from foster care is a profound milestone that requires specific legal expertise. We guide you through Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) requirements and assist with adoption subsidy applications.
Stepparent + Second Parent Adoption: We help formalize the bonds that already exist in your home through a streamlined legal process. This provides essential legal security and recognition for the parental roles you have already embraced.
Domestic Infant Adoption: This path is filled with hope but also involves high legal stakes and strict timelines. We help you navigate the matching process and ensure all interstate compact (ICPC) requirements are met if necessary.
International Adoption: Bringing a child home from abroad involves a complex intersection of Florida law and federal regulations. We assist with the re-adoption process to ensure your child’s status is fully recognized and protected in the U.S.
Adult Adoption: It is never too late to formalize a parental bond that already exists in your heart. This simple legal step can secure inheritance rights and provide emotional closure for long-standing family relationships.
Immigration + Citizenship: Our immigration adoption attorneys ensure children brought home through international paths are fully protected. We handle the specialized filings necessary to confirm and document your child’s U.S. citizenship.

Surrogacy + ART Services in Florida

For those building their families through assisted reproduction, Florida offers a supportive legal framework that we navigate with precision and care:

Surrogacy: Florida offers a favorable framework for surrogacy, but it requires careful legal navigation. We draft detailed agreements that address every contingency to protect the rights of both intended parents and surrogates.
International Surrogacy: For families building their future across borders, we manage the complexities of multi-jurisdictional contracts. We also coordinate with immigration attorneys to ensure a safe and legally secure journey home for your child.
ART Law + Gamete Donation Agreements: Whether utilizing egg, sperm, or embryo donation, we create clear frameworks that define parental rights. These agreements ensure all parties have a shared understanding of their specific roles and responsibilities.
Agency Compliance: We partner with Florida agencies to ensure their processes meet every state and federal regulatory standard. Our guidance helps agencies provide a secure and ethical experience for the families they serve.

What Makes Foster + Bloom Services Different?

Choosing the right legal partner is one of the most significant decisions you will make on your family-building path. We are the nation’s most experienced law firm focused on family-building law.

Our attorneys bring more than 185 years of combined experience to your journey, providing unmatched legal strength balanced with genuine empathy. We simplify complex Florida statutes and interstate regulations into manageable steps, giving you the clarity and confidence you deserve.

By combining nationwide reach with deep local insight, we ensure your family is protected no matter where your journey takes you. We advocate for all paths to parenthood, working as your partner to turn your vision of a family into a legally secure reality.

Who We Can Help in Florida

Our Florida practice is designed to support everyone involved in the family-building process:

Intended Parents: Those starting their journey through surrogacy or assisted reproduction. We provide the legal framework needed to protect your future relationship with your child from the very beginning.
Adoptive Families: We provide legal guidance whether you are pursuing domestic infant, foster care, or international adoption. Our team assists with the filings and finalization steps required to make your family official.
Surrogates: Women providing the gift of surrogacy who require legal advocacy to ensure their rights and health are protected. We review contracts to ensure your intentions and well-being are prioritized and legally honored.
Birth Parents: We ensure your wishes are honored and your rights are protected throughout the adoption process. Our team provides the clarity and respect you deserve while you make these meaningful family-building decisions.
LGBTQ+ Families: We specialize in second-parent adoptions and parentage orders that secure your family’s future. Our goal is to ensure your parental status is fully recognized and protected by Florida courts.
International Families: Parents seeking an immigration attorney to manage the legal aspects of international family-building. We handle the specialized filings necessary to confirm and document your child’s U.S. citizenship status.

Hear From Our Clients

"There was absolutely no question in our minds who we wanted to help us complete this adoption."

Susie

"Definitely the best choice of adoption needs!"

Lita

"In our first meeting I knew that our growing family was in good hands."

Khandy and Kenny

Legal Confidence in Florida

We believe the process of growing your family should be defined by hope rather than legal uncertainty. At Foster + Bloom, we look beyond the paperwork to the lasting foundations of your home, offering the clarity you need to move forward with certainty.

Our attorneys are here to provide the unwavering support and legal expertise required to navigate your path home. If you are ready to begin the next chapter of your journey, let us help you build a secure future for your family.

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