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Feb. 24, 2022

Preparing for adoption is a significant process in every adoptive parent’s life. It is normal to feel nervous and excited at the same time. After all, becoming a parent is a huge and life-changing responsibility.

Feb. 3, 2022

Parent-child relationship – the unique relationship between a parent and child – is essential to help nurture the physical, social, and emotional growth and development of a child. However, a parent may recognize their inability to cater to the child’s needs and relinquish their parental rights.

Jan. 26, 2022

The relationship between a parent and child is a special bond based on love and care. However, certain circumstances may warrant the revocation of parental rights. The process of taking away a parent’s rights to their child against the parent’s will is called “an involuntary termination of parental rights.”

Dec. 21, 2021

Did you know the Internal Revenue Service grants an adoption tax credit up to $14,300.00? This means you will get a big refund at tax time for your adoption expenses, (if you pay income taxes).

July 20, 2021

You work very hard for your family, earning money and providing a wonderful life for them right now. But what happens when you are gone? How do you make sure your home and other assets and property will be passed down according to your wishes? How do you prevent a contested will?

March 22, 2021

James P. Peterson Attorney at Law doesn't see his work as just a profession, but a calling to help people. In no other area of law does the work get more rewarding than adoptions.