Adoption + Surrogacy Attorneys in North Carolina

Whether you are just beginning to explore your options or are ready to finalize an agreement, having a dedicated North Carolina adoption attorney or surrogacy attorney ensures your family’s future is built on a secure foundation.

Our goal is to handle the legal complexities so you can focus on the joy of growing your family. We believe that family formation goes far beyond legal filings, as our work is dedicated to establishing stable families and making a lasting impact on your future.

Our Office in North Carolina

Main Office:

10310 Couloak Dr. Suite 400

Charlotte, North Carolina 28261

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Meet Your North Carolina Attorney

Kelly Dempsey,
Managing Member/Founder

Why I Practice in Family Law: "Every child deserves to live in and be loved by a family. Not every family's path to parenthood is the same, and competent and compassionate legal guidance is essential in family formation."

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My Practice Areas+

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

Our Family-Building Legal Services in North Carolina

Every family’s story is unique, and your legal strategy should be too. At Foster + Bloom, we offer specialized legal support designed to protect intended parents, surrogates, and children alike within the North Carolina court system.

Our Adoption Services In North Carolina

• Foster Care Adoption: We guide you through the process of moving from foster placement to legal finalization, ensuring all state requirements are met for your child’s permanent home.
• Stepparent and Second Parent Adoption: We formalize the bond you share with your child, providing the legal recognition necessary to protect your family’s inheritance and future security.
• Domestic Infant Adoption: Our team protects your interests and ensures full compliance with all local and interstate placement regulations, allowing you to focus on your new child.
• International Adoption: We manage the complex treaties and federal filings required to bring your child home safely, providing the legal clarity needed for international arrangements.
• Adult Adoption: We help families formalize existing parental bonds through the necessary court petitions, ensuring a smooth and respectful legal process for all parties involved.

Surrogacy Services in North Carolina

• Surrogacy Legal Services: We draft thorough agreements and establish parental rights, protecting both surrogates and intended parents throughout the pregnancy and birth process.
• International Surrogacy: Our experts manage cross-border complexities and multi-jurisdiction contracts to ensure your child’s legal status is secure when returning home to North Carolina.
• ART Law and Gamete Donation Agreements: We clarify rights and responsibilities through tailored agreements that protect intended parents and donors using assisted reproductive technology.
• Immigration and Citizenship: We provide the expert guidance and strong petitions needed to confirm legal status and citizenship for children born through international family-building paths.

Understanding the Role of an Adoption and Surrogacy Attorney

You may be wondering if you truly need a specialized adoption or surrogacy lawyer. While general family lawyers handle divorces or custody disputes, those cases are about endings. At Foster + Bloom, we are devoted to beginnings.

An experienced surrogacy attorney or adoption lawyer does more than fill out forms. We act as your guide through a process that is both emotionally significant and legally rigorous.

We ensure that consents are obtained correctly and that home studies are compliant with North Carolina law. Every detail is managed to prevent future legal vulnerabilities and ensure a smooth finalization.

Who We Can Help in North Carolina

Our doors and our hearts are open to all who are looking to grow their families or support the growth of others. We serve:

• Intended Parents: We provide expert legal guidance tailored to your unique family-building journey, whether you are using a surrogate, a donor, or adopting. This includes navigating the complexities of medical billing and insurance.
• Surrogates: We act as your advocate, ensuring your rights are protected and your surrogacy agreement reflects your specific needs and expectations. We help you understand your legal protections and financial arrangements.
• Adoptive Parents: From foster care to private domestic adoption, we help you navigate the legal path to finalization with confidence. We handle the paperwork so you can focus on bonding with your new child.
• LGBTQ+ Families: We ensure that every parent’s rights are recognized and protected under North Carolina law. We provide specific advice on second-parent adoptions and parentage orders.
• Birth Parents: We ensure your wishes are honored and your rights are protected throughout the adoption process, providing clear guidance every step of the way. Our goal is to ensure you feel supported and informed.
• Stepparents and Second Parents: We help you gain the legal recognition that reflects the bond you already share with your child. This formalization provides essential security for your child’s future inheritance and medical care.
• Agencies and Professionals: We provide the legal framework that allows you to focus on the families you serve. This includes drafting compliant forms and providing training on new legislative updates.

Navigating North Carolina Specifics

North Carolina maintains a unique legal landscape regarding both adoption and surrogacy. The state is considered a judicial jurisdiction for surrogacy, meaning the courts generally recognize and enforce these agreements when they are drafted correctly by specialized counsel.

In the realm of adoption, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) establishes rigorous standards for home studies. Your adoption lawyer ensures you are prepared for these mandatory pre-placement assessments and that your filings meet every state requirement.

Mastering these state-level nuances requires a deep understanding of current case law. We continuously monitor legislative activity in Raleigh to provide our clients with representation that reflects the most current legal standards.

How to Choose the Best Surrogacy or Adoption Lawyer in North Carolina

Finding the right legal partner is a significant part of your journey toward parenthood. As you consider your options for professional support, keep these points in mind:

• Specialization: Does the firm focus exclusively on family-building? At Foster + Bloom, family formation is our sole mission.
• Experience: How many families has the attorney helped? Our team has over 185 years of combined experience and has helped more than 500 families grow.
• Local Knowledge: Are they licensed in North Carolina? Do they understand the local court systems, judges, and clerks of court?
• Compassion: Do they recognize the emotional weight of your journey? We pride ourselves on being professional yet approachable guides.

The right attorney should provide a clear plan from the very first meeting. You should feel that your questions are answered and that your anxieties are acknowledged.

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

A secure legal foundation is the greatest gift you can give your growing family. We are honored to provide the expertise that makes these dreams a reality for families across the state.

At Foster + Bloom, we know that adoption and surrogacy are about more than legal paperwork. They are about creating permanent families and changing lives. Let us help you bring your child home.