Adoption Lawyer in Pennsylvania & New Jersey – Guiding Families Through Every Step

Adoption is a beautiful way to grow a family

- but the legal process can be complex and overwhelming without the right guidance. At The Law Office of David Garnes, we help families across Pennsylvania and New Jersey navigate every step of the adoption process with care,

clarity, and compassion.

Types of Adoption We Handle

Stepparent Adoption: Giving a stepparent legal parental rights to a child.

Relative Adoption: When a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or other relative steps in to provide a permanent home.

Private & Agency Adoptions: Guiding families through the requirements of independent and agency adoptions.

Foster Care Adoption: Helping families provide a permanent home for children coming out of the foster care system.

What to Expect in the Adoption Process

Home studies and background checks

Termination of parental rights (when necessary)

Court filings and hearings

Finalization of adoption before a judge

We break down each step and work closely with you to ensure all requirements are met.

Why Families Choose Our Firm

Clear explanation of each requirement, from start to finish

Advocacy that prioritizes the child’s best interests

Experience with both straightforward and contested adoption cases

Take the next step in building your family.

Schedule a confidential consultation online.

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Cherry Hill Office

3 Executive Campus

2370 Marlton Pike West Suite 255

Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

Phone: 856-438-5234

Fax: 856-282-1159

Philadelphia Office

One Liberty Place

1650 Market Street 36th Floor

Philadelphia, PA 19103

Phone: 267-838-9713

Fax: 856-282-1159

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