Compassionate Adoption Lawyers Serving Ann Arbor & Tecumseh
At Stimpson & Associates, we’ve been helping families navigate Michigan’s adoption process for over 22 years. Whether you’re in Ann Arbor, Tecumseh, or nearby, our adoption attorneys are here to guide you through every step.
Adoption comes with both legal and emotional challenges, and we’re here to make the process as smooth as possible. We handle all types of adoptions, including stepparent, relative, direct placement, second-parent, adult, foster care, and assisted reproduction cases.
With a focus on clear communication and strategic guidance, we simplify the journey from consultation to finalization, ensuring you feel informed and supported along the way.
Schedule your adoption consultation with our compassionate attorneys today.
Comprehensive Adoption Services Customized for Your Family
Our firm offers comprehensive adoption services tailored to your family’s needs. With years of experience navigating Michigan’s adoption laws and the local courts in Washtenaw and Lenawee counties, we handle all types of adoptions—including stepparent, relative, direct placement, second-parent, adult, foster care, and assisted reproduction cases.
We make the adoption process simpler and less stressful by clearly explaining each step, anticipating potential challenges, and providing strategic legal solutions—so you can focus on what matters most: growing your family.
Book your consultation now to explore your adoption options.
Types of Adoption We Handle
Stepparent Adoption
Stepparent adoption strengthens family bonds and provides essential legal security. Our team guides you through every step, from parental rights termination to finalization, ensuring the process moves smoothly through the local courts in Ann Arbor and Tecumseh.
We understand that every family is unique, and we handle sensitive situations with care, providing clear, compassionate guidance to make the transition as seamless as possible.
Schedule your consultation to discuss your stepparent adoption needs.
Relative (Kinship) Adoption
Kinship adoptions help preserve family connections and provide much-needed stability. Our attorneys have extensive experience handling the legal and emotional complexities of relative adoptions, ensuring your family feels supported every step of the way.
Book your consultation to secure your family’s future.
Direct Placement (Private) Adoption
We guide families through direct placement adoptions from the initial agreement to final court approval, ensuring a smooth and legally secure process. With a proactive approach, we help prevent common challenges like contested consents or unexpected delays, keeping everything on track.
By ensuring full compliance with Michigan’s adoption laws, we provide peace of mind, so you can focus on welcoming your newest family member.
Second-Parent & LGBTQ+ Adoption
We provide specialized legal support for LGBTQ+ and unmarried couples pursuing second-parent adoptions. Our team ensures your parental rights are fully protected, guiding you through every step and addressing any legal complexities with clarity and care.
Secure your parental rights—schedule a consultation and put your mind at ease.Â
Adult Adoption
Adult adoption gives legal recognition to meaningful relationships, offering emotional closure, inheritance rights, and next-of-kin status. Our experienced attorneys guide you through the process, explaining the benefits and legal steps so you can formally solidify your family bonds with confidence.
Foster Care Adoption
Foster care adoptions can feel complex, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Our experienced attorneys provide steady guidance from foster placement to finalization, ensuring a smooth, supportive process.
We work closely with Michigan DHHS offices to minimize delays and help you build a stable, permanent family bond with confidence.
Understanding Michigan’s Adoption Process
Michigan’s adoption process involves several key steps, and we’re here to make it as clear and stress-free as possible:
- Home Studies: Expert guidance and timely completion to meet court requirements.
- Documentation: Thorough handling of parental consents and ICWA notifications.
- Court Procedures: Strong representation during hearings to help prevent delays.
- Emotional Support: Connecting you with local resources and support networks in Ann Arbor and Tecumseh.
Our attorneys ensure you’re informed, prepared, and supported every step of the way, making your adoption journey as smooth as possible.
Schedule a consultation to begin your adoption process confidently.
Assisted Reproduction & Surrogacy
The Michigan Assisted Reproduction and Surrogacy Parentage Act of 2024 expands family-building options, offering greater legal security for intended parents. Taking effect in March 2025, the act provides:
- Legal Clarity: Enforceable surrogacy contracts and donor agreements.
- Secure Parentage: Pre-birth parentage orders that establish parental rights from birth.
- Protections for All Parties: Mental health evaluations, independent legal representation, and clearly defined rights and responsibilities.
- Inclusive Family-Building: A supportive legal framework for LGBTQ+ and unmarried intended parents.
Our attorneys guide you through assisted reproductive technologies (ART) and surrogacy, ensuring your rights are protected and your family-building goals become a reality.
Book a consultation to discuss your family-building options.
Why Families Choose Stimpson & Associates for Adoption
Families in Ann Arbor, Tecumseh, and beyond trust our firm because we provide:
- Deep Experience: Over 20 years of specialized family law practice.
- Local Expertise: Strong ties to the community, courts, and services.
- Personalized Attention: Compassionate, client-focused representation tailored to your unique needs.
- Clear Communication: Straightforward legal guidance with proactive updates.
- Strategic Guidance: Expert handling of complex situations, always prioritizing your family’s best interests.
Our dedication to excellence and compassionate service has made us a trusted name in Michigan adoption law.
Schedule a consultation to experience our trusted approach.
What Our Clients Are Saying
My wife and I worked with Jessica Kelly to rewrite and update our estate documents. Jessica was thoughtful, caring, articulate and professional and showed a thorough understanding of issues we faced. She worked carefully and patiently with us to produce a document that we feel will serve us well. Without reservation, we would recommend her services to others.
Our family experienced an unimaginable tragedy and Stimpson Law helped us every step of the way. They were understanding, caring, and showed compassion while handling our legal matters. We are so appreciative of the entire office and highly recommend them.
Mr. Stimpson and his colleagues were so kind and very polite and helpful, when I was going through my divorce. They took the time and patience to explain everything in detail to my understanding. I would refer Stimpson & Associates to anyone who needs lawyer services.
I wish I could give Stimpson and his team more than five stars! Stimpson was my attorney for a drawn-out and emotional case. He kept me level-headed, focused, and most importantly, prepared. I genuinely appreciate his advice, his honesty, and his straightforward attitude. My fight was his fight and that was evident in the courtroom. Stimpson was worth every single penny! A BIG thank you to him and his team!
Meet Our Dedicated Attorneys
Book your consultation to meet our adoption experts.
David M. Stimpson
Managing Partner
David Lacasse
Attorney
Amy Parker
Attorney
Begin Your Adoption Journey with Confidence
Let Stimpson & Associates guide you through your adoption journey with care, clarity, and experience.
Whether adopting locally through Ann Arbor or Tecumseh courts, pursuing foster or adult adoption, or exploring surrogacy, our dedicated attorneys are ready to help you confidently build your forever family. Schedule your adoption consultation today to start your journey.