What is the cost of stepparent adoption near Capitol Hill, Washington DC?

The cost of stepparent adoption near Capitol Hill, Washington DC:

Our document preparation fee: $349 for one child, $95 for each additional child.

Court and related costs to budget for Washington DC:

• Filing fees: Vary by distric (typically $100–$400)
• Service of process: ~$50 (usually via sheriff's office)
• Background check: $50–$100 (results in 3–4 weeks)

Total typical cost with us: Approximately $650–$850

Compare to hiring a Washington DC attorney: $2,500–$5,000+

You save an average of $4,600+ by using our professional document preparation service instead of hiring an attorney. Our forms carry a 100% court acceptance guarantee.

Court filing fees can vary by distric — the Capitol Hill area courts may have different fees than other parts of Washington DC. We'll include the exact filing information for your specific courthouse in your document package.

We've helped families throughout the Capitol Hill metropolitan area complete their adoptions for 25+ years.