How do I start the stepparent adoption process?

Starting is the easiest part — and you can do it right now.

Step 1: Complete our questionnaire

Go to stepparentadoption360.com/questionnaire. It takes about 10–15 minutes. You'll provide:

• Your information and your spouse's information
• The child's information
• The biological parent's information (or indicate they're absent/unknown)
• Your state and county
• Whether you want to change the child's name

Step 2: We prepare your documents

Within 24 hours, you'll receive a complete document package customized for your specific state and county, including:

• Petition for Adoption
• Consent forms or Abandonment Affidavit
• All supplemental court forms
• Step-by-step filing instructions

Step 3: File with your local court

Follow our instructions to file the documents, pay the filing fee, and begin the process.

Cost: $349 for one child, $95 each additional

Phone: (855) 924-0450 if you have questions before starting

Guarantee: 100% court acceptance or your money back

Every day you wait is a day your family could have been one step closer to being legally complete.