How do I find the right court to file adoption in Tennessee?

In Tennessee, stepparent adoptions are filed in Chancery or Circuit Court. The specific court location depends on which countie you live in.

How to find your court:

1. Determine which countie you live in (your home address determines this)

2. Find the Chancery or Circuit Court for that countie

3. File your petition at that courthouse

Tennessee has 95 counties, each with its own court system. Our document package is customized for your specific countie's requirements, forms, and procedures.

What we include in your $349 package:

• All forms specific to your countie
• The courthouse address and filing instructions
• Any supplemental local forms required
• Filing fee information for your specific court

What to do when you get to the courthouse:

1. Go to the clerk's office (usually on the main floor)

2. Tell them you are filing a Petition for Stepparent Adoption

3. Hand them your signed documents

4. Pay the filing fee ($150-$350)

5. Get your stamped copies back with the case number

You do NOT need an appointment — most courts accept filings during regular business hours.

We've helped families file in every countie in Tennessee. Start at stepparentadoption360.com/questionnaire.