International Adoption Law

International Adoption Attorneys and Legal Services

Through international adoption, parenthood transcends borders. You might feel drawn to a specific country because of your heritage or travel experiences. Perhaps you’ve felt called to provide a home for a child in need or are seeking to adopt a relative child bord abroad.

At Foster + Bloom, we understand that international adoption is deeply personal and legally complex. The emotional weight of building families across cultures brings both excitement and uncertainty.

Our international adoption attorneys can help you navigate every step of this meaningful path. We handle the legal side while you focus on preparing your heart and home for a child.

International Adoption Legal Services

Let us handle the complexity and uncertainty involved in international adoption. We provide comprehensive legal support designed to navigate the unique challenges of cross-border adoption.

International Adoption Legal Guidance and Planning: We help families understand the legal process of international adoption and choose appropriate adoption programs. Our team navigates complex international adoption laws across multiple countries.
Country-Specific Legal Expertise: We’ll evaluate options you are considering, help you understand variations in eligibility requirements, and evaluate other potential hurdles for each option.
Documentation and Legal Process Management: We prepare, review and coordinate all required legal documents.
Immigration and Visa Support: We guide families through U.S. immigration processes to secure necessary visas and documentation. We handle U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) petitions, consular processing and advocate for your family’s needs throughout.
Post-Adoption Legal Services: After your child is home, we continue supporting your family with domestication of foreign decrees of adoption, re-adoptions, and amended birth certificates and citizenship documentation.

Our International Adoption Attorneys

Kelly Dempsey,
Managing Member/Founder

Tifany Markee,
Founding Member

CA, CO

Nicole Skellenger,
Founding Member

FL, IN

Catelyn Slattery,
Founding Member

DC, MD, VA

Can Any Family Law Attorney Work on International Adoption?

No. International adoption requires specialized expertise in immigration law that goes far beyond typical family law practice. Attorneys must understand the Hague Convention framework, USCIS procedures and the unique requirements of multiple countries.

At Foster + Bloom, we have the experience needed to navigate intercountry adoption complexities. We work with foreign attorneys, understand country-specific adoption processes and stay current on ever-changing international regulations. Our in-house international adoption expertise means you won’t need to coordinate between multiple law firms.

International Adoption Attorneys Near You

Are you ready for an initial consultation with an international adoption attorney? Our experienced team can help families anywhere.

What Our Clients Say

When you’re navigating complex cross-border processes, you need attorneys who genuinely understand what’s at stake. Here’s what families have shared about their experience working with our team:

“Tifany is the best immigration attorney out there. She handled my adopted daughter’s very difficult case as we had to handle her immigration issue. She took what seemed like a hopeless case from beginning to end, getting her citizenship and the stability we needed to make our family complete. She’s simply the best. If anyone needs help with the toughest immigration case, she will not disappoint!” –Michael

What Makes Foster + Bloom’s International Adoption Legal Services Different?

When you’re building your family across international borders, you need more than just legal expertise — you need a dedicated partner. Here’s what sets our international adoption services apart:

Deep Understanding: We pair legal expertise with a genuine understanding of the emotional weight this journey carries.
International Insight: We work with multiple countries and can guide you through both foreign and domestic legal systems.
Unwavering Dedication: International adoption requires patience and persistence. We’re with you every step of the way.

At Foster + Bloom, we know that choosing international adoption means choosing love without borders. While the legal journey may seem daunting, we’re here to transform that complexity into a clear path forward – just like we do for families every day.

FAQ's

The Hague Convention on Intercountry Adoption is an international treaty that protects children, birth parents and adoptive families in cross-border adoptions. This framework promotes safeguards between participating countries. It ensures adoptions follow ethical practices and are legally recognized by both countries.

Each country has its own requirements for families hoping to adopt, such as age limits, marriage duration, income levels, medical clearances and background checks. We help families determine which countries align with their circumstances and family goals.

Each country has specific eligibility requirements that can include age limits, marriage duration, income thresholds, health clearances and background check standards. Some countries have restrictions based on family size, religion or other factors. Our team evaluates your circumstances against the requirements of countries you're considering and helps identify the best options for your family's situation.

USCIS reviews your eligibility to adopt internationally and the child’s suitability to immigrate to the United States.

While our international adoption attorneys don't conduct home studies directly, we coordinate with licensed social workers and agencies to ensure your home study meets all requirements. We review reports, help address concerns and verify that documentation satisfies both your chosen country's standards and U.S. immigration requirements.

International adoption fraud can be devastating emotionally and financially. Work only with reputable agencies and attorneys who specialize in international adoption. Be wary of unusually fast timelines, requests for large upfront payments or pressure to send money quickly. Our attorneys thoroughly vet adoption opportunities and review all documentation to protect your family from fraudulent situations.

International adoption timelines vary significantly based on your chosen country and individual circumstances. Often, international adoptions take multiple years. Costs typically include agency fees, legal fees, travel expenses and foreign country requirements.

Yes. Our attorneys often support families as they navigate RFEs, NOIDs, NOIRs and Denials. If your family finds yourself in this position, please reach out to our team for a consultation as soon as possible. Responses to USCIS often involve a tight timeline.