Asked in Adoption, Child Custody and Child Support for Arkansas

Q: My grandchildren were removed by dcfs and place with us and my daughter gave us full custody can we adopt now

My daughter only wanted dcfs out of the way so she could still visit and her rights not be terminated

1 Lawyer Answer

A: Thank you for your inquiry. There are a few procedural issues we will need to consider but this is a good time to begin the adoption. Costs are around $4000. Let me know how I might help.

Jim Hensley

501.766.2770

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