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Is Open Adoption Legally Enforceable in Iowa?

Is Open Adoption Legally Enforceable in Iowa?

If you’re a prospective birth or adoptive parent considering open adoption, you might be worried about the other party of the adoption keeping their postadoption communication agreement. It’s an understandable concern; entering into an agreement for the next decade...
Are You Thinking About Adoption for Your Baby in Iowa?

Are You Thinking About Adoption for Your Baby in Iowa?

Are you considering adoption for your unplanned pregnancy? If you’re pregnant and looking into adoption in Iowa, Nelson Law Firm, PLLC can help. You can call our main office in Waterloo at 319-291-6161 now for free, no-obligation information about your unplanned...
How ICPC May Affect Your Iowa Adoption

How ICPC May Affect Your Iowa Adoption

If you’re hoping to adopt across state lines, you will need to secure ICPC clearance before you’ll be able to bring your baby home for the first time. But what is ICPC, and how will it affect your adoption process? ICPC is the Interstate Compact for the Placement of...
How Long Does It Take To Adopt a Child in Iowa?

How Long Does It Take To Adopt a Child in Iowa?

Are you considering beginning the adoption process and wondering, “How long does the adoption process take?” Nelson Law Firm can help you minimize your adoption wait time and understand the factors that will determine how long you’ll wait to adopt a child in Iowa. To...
How to Create an Adoptive Family Profile

How to Create an Adoptive Family Profile

When you’re a prospective adoptive family, waiting to be matched with a prospective birth mother can seem like the longest wait of your life. Beyond opening up your adoption preferences, you may think there’s nothing you can do to influence your wait time. But that’s...