Compassionate & Experienced Legal Support for Your Adoption Journey

Adopting a child is a life-changing experience filled with joy, hope, and new beginnings. At The Law Office of Timothy Sweet, we understand the legal complexities of adoption and are dedicated to guiding you through the process with compassion, knowledge, and unwavering support. Whether you’re expanding your family through a private adoption, stepparent adoption, or agency adoption, we provide clear legal guidance to make your journey smooth and stress-free.

Many family law judges in Rhode Island gravitate toward rulings and arrangements that allow children to have two parents. Depending on the situation, that preference can work for or against parents who are interested in adoption.

Whether you are interested in stepparent adoption or are interested in terminating the parental rights of an absent parent, an experienced adoption lawyer can help you understand your options. When you contact my firm, The Law Office of Timothy M. Sweet, LLC, I can work closely with you, educating you on the process and what to expect at each step.

Terminating Parental Rights

Because the family law courts prefer that children have two legal guardians, it can be challenging for a single parent to have the parental rights of an absent parent terminated. However, terminating parental rights of an absent parent can be easier if a stepparent is interested in adopting the child.

Stepparent Adoptions & Relative Adoptions

I work with stepparents in Providence and throughout Rhode Island who are interested in adopting their spouses’ children so the courts recognize the family relationship that already exists. Stepparent adoption is typically the result of the remarriage of a divorced parent. However, stepparent adoption can also assist with financial situations, inheritance matters or children born out of wedlock.

Adopting a stepchild or a relative can strengthen family bonds. We streamline the process, ensuring that legal parental rights are properly transferred.

Same-Sex & LGBTQ+ Adoptions

We proudly support LGBTQ+ families in Rhode Island and ensure that all legal rights are properly secured, providing guidance for second-parent adoption and step-parent adoption.

Contested Adoptions & Termination of Parental Rights

If legal complexities arise—such as contesting an adoption or navigating the termination of parental rights—we advocate fiercely for your best interests.

Private & Agency Adoptions

Whether you’re working with a licensed adoption agency or navigating a private adoption with birth parents, we provide the legal structure and protection you need.

Why Choose Us for Your Rhode Island Adoption Case?

✔ Decades of Experience in Family Law – With years of experience handling Rhode Island adoptions, we understand the legal nuances and ensure a seamless process.
✔ Personalized & Compassionate Approach – We know every adoption story is unique, and we take the time to listen, understand, and advocate for you.
✔ Strong Legal Advocacy – Adoption law can be complex, but we ensure every document is filed correctly and all requirements are met to avoid delays.
✔ Dedicated to Rhode Island Families – Serving families across Rhode Island, we are committed to providing ethical, professional, and results-driven legal services.

Contact An Experienced Adoption Family Law Attorney

If you are interested in learning more about the adoption process, contact me to schedule your free initial consultation. I have dedicated my career to representing families who are facing legal matters, and I’m committed to helping my clients find the solutions they need. Contact me through an online contact form or by calling 401-216-6506.