The Role of the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) in Oklahoma Adoptions
November 17, 2025
Interstate adoption cases in Oklahoma are subject to some of the most rigorous legal checks in family law. Each year, Oklahoma City families experience delays or denials because they overlook one critical statute: the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC). The ICPC’s stringent requirements exist to prevent unsafe, unapproved placements and ensure that… Read more »
Open vs. Closed Adoptions in Oklahoma: Legal Considerations Every Family Should Understand
November 03, 2025
An open adoption in Oklahoma provides the opportunity for ongoing contact between adoptive and birth families after the adoption is finalized—depending on what is outlined in a mutual agreement. In contrast, a closed adoption keeps all identifying information confidential, typically eliminating contact between the two families after the adoption. The decision between open and closed… Read more »
Step-Parent and Relative Adoptions in Oklahoma: Unique Legal Hurdles and How Attorneys Guide Families Through Them
October 20, 2025
Oklahoma law recognizes the importance of stable family relationships, yet step-parent and relative adoptions are subject to numerous legal hurdles that must be properly addressed for an adoption to be granted. Courts will closely examine parental consents, the child’s best interests, and compliance with all statutory procedures. Mistakes in any phase—whether serving notice, submitting background… Read more »
Contested Adoptions in Oklahoma: What Happens When Birth Parents Change Their Minds
October 06, 2025
What if everything you worked for could be undone by a single signature? For many families, the Oklahoma adoption process brings joy and relief—until a birth parent decides to contest the adoption. These moments are often filled with confusion and fear, as the law sets strict rules but leaves little room for error. In Oklahoma… Read more »
Understanding the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) in Oklahoma Adoption Cases
September 22, 2025
If you’re in the process of adopting, or even thinking about it, and your journey involves a child with Native American ancestry, you’ll quickly hear about the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). What does it really mean for your family, your adoption, and your future? In Oklahoma, with its 39 federally recognized tribes and one… Read more »
Contested Adoptions in Oklahoma: Legal Strategies When a Biological Parent Revokes Consent
September 08, 2025
Adoption is rarely simple—especially when a biological parent changes their mind. If you’re in the middle of an Oklahoma adoption and facing a sudden revocation of consent, you’re likely feeling anxious, confused, and possibly even scared about what will happen next. These cases can feel deeply personal, but they’re also shaped by very specific Oklahoma… Read more »
Why Second-Parent Adoption Is Essential – Even in States That Recognize Same-Sex Marriage
August 18, 2025
You build your family together—late-night bottle feedings, first steps, shared last names. Now imagine being told, in a moment of crisis or joy, that your parental bond doesn’t “count” in the eyes of the law. Even with the freedom to marry, second-parent adoption is the strongest, most reliable way to secure your child’s future—no matter… Read more »
Second-Parent and Stepparent Adoptions in Oklahoma: Legal Hurdles and How to Overcome Them
August 04, 2025
You’ve built a loving home in Oklahoma City, your children are thriving, and your blended family feels complete—except for one thing. Legally, you aren’t recognized as your child’s parent, despite being there for every scraped knee, school play, and bedtime story. In Oklahoma, second-parent and stepparent adoptions are the gold standard for securing full parental… Read more »
Navigating the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) in Oklahoma Adoptions
July 21, 2025
Adoption across state lines brings immense joy to families, but it also introduces important legal requirements that must be handled with care. For families pursuing Oklahoma City adoptions, the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) is a vital law that governs how children are safely placed into new homes when crossing state borders…. Read more »
How to Prepare for an Adoption Home Study in Oklahoma
July 07, 2025
Opening your door to adoption starts with one gatekeeper: the home study. Oklahoma law requires a favorable pre-placement report before a child may reside with you, so being ready on day one means less waiting and fewer surprises. Below are practical steps—each framed as an action—to guide families pursuing Oklahoma City adoptions through the process… Read more »