Adoption + Surrogacy Attorneys in Missouri

Building a family is a journey of hope, and the legal path requires a guide who understands the nuances of local statutes and court procedures.

At Foster + Bloom, we believe that every family deserves a clear, secure path forward. We serve as your partner in every phase of family-building, from the first legal agreement to the final court decree. Our mission is to handle the legal complexities so you can focus on the joy of your growing family.

As one of the nation’s most experienced law firms dedicated to family formation, we provide the guidance you need to navigate the growth of your family. Whether you are searching for an adoption attorneyor an experienced surrogacy attorney, our team is here to protect your story and your future.

Our Offices in Missouri

Main Office:

2775 W Shagbark Ct.

Columbia, Missouri 65203

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Main Office:

232 N. Kingshighway #1109

St. Louis, Missouri 63108

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Meet Your Missouri Attorneys

Mary Beck,
Founding Member

Why I Practice in Family Law: "I was a family nurse practitioner. After law school, turning to family law was a natural pivot."

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My Practice Areas+

• Foster Care Adoption
• Stepparent + Second Parent Adoption
• Domestic Infant Adoption
• Trust and Wills
• Surrogacy
• International Surrogacy
• ART Law + Gamete Donor Agreements
• Adult Adoption
• Relative Adoption
• Parentage Orders

Joanna Beck Wilkinson,
Founding Member

Why I Practice in Family Law: "I love children and consider it a privilege to help people build their families. I am also a huge geek and enjoy the study of law."

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My Practice Areas+

• Foster Care Adoption
• Stepparent + Second Parent Adoption
• Domestic Infant Adoption
• Surrogacy
• International Surrogacy
• ART Law + Gamete Donor Agreements
• Adult Adoption
• Relative Adoption
• Parentage Orders

Our Family-Building Legal Services in Missouri

As a specialized surrogacy and adoption law practice, we offer a comprehensive suite of legal services tailored to Missouri families:

• Domestic Infant Adoption: Providing domestic adoption legal services to guide you through placement and finalization.
• Foster Care Adoption: Helping families transition from foster care to a permanent “forever home” through the foster care adoption process.
• Stepparent + Second Parent Adoption: Securing the legal bond between children and the parents who raise them.
• Surrogacy Legal Services: Drafting intent-based contracts, securing parentage orders, and guiding intended parents and surrogates.
• International Surrogacy: Expert counsel for complex journeys that cross international borders.
• ART Law + Gamete Donation: Protecting all parties in egg, sperm, or embryo donation agreements.
• Adult Adoption: A streamlined legal path to formalize chosen familial bonds between adults.
• Trusts and Wills: Working with an estate planning attorney to ensure your family’s future is protected through tailored legal documents.

Who We Can Help in Missouri

We are proud to champion all families. You may need an adoption lawyer or surrogacy lawyer if you are:

• Hopeful parents exploring adoption legal services for a domestic placement.
• Intended parents seeking a surrogacy lawyer to secure their names on the birth certificate.
• A gestational carrier looking for a surrogacy lawyer to ensure their health and rights are prioritized.
• A family that needs to create or update their estate plans with a trust or will after a new child arrives.
• Step-parents or relatives wishing to formalize their role as a legal parent.
• Individuals or couples seeking a fertility lawyer for donor agreements or IVF-related legal counsel.

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

Let’s Work Together

Choosing how to build your family is a deeply personal decision, and you deserve a lawyer for adoption or surrogacy who provides both technical excellence and emotional competence.

At Foster + Bloom, our role is to answer your family’s questions and provide a step-by-step strategy that moves you forward with confidence.

When you schedule an estate planning consultation or a family-building session with our adoption and surrogacy attorneys in Missouri, you are choosing a partner dedicated to your success. We understand the high stakes of your journey and are here to ensure that your path home is as smooth and secure as possible.