The first element of your profile, after the cover sheet and photogrph, should be your “Dear Birth Mother” letter. This should be no more than one typed...
The main purpose of the profile is to convey information. Some of this is just biographical, such as how old you are, your ethnic background, your education, etc....
Years ago, a number of adoption professionals created the Birth Parent Fraud Advisory System. While this by no means includes all professionals involved in the...
While we have an excellent judicial system, it is over burdened by a high volume of cases, which often results in unreasonable delays. Also, the Rules of Evidence...
It is often said that “one picture is worth a thousand words”. But too many photographs just cause confusion.Photographs create very powerful impressions....
Seeking to adopt a child through private adoption requires a high level of commitment. It is not something that can usually be done in secrecy. If you decide that...
A traditional approach to private adoption is for a couple to place personal advertisements in local newspapers. You have probably noticed these ads. There may...
The Internet has, of course, eclipsed print advertising for most purposes. It can be much less expensive and reach more people, but the competition has become imense.Birth...
Even if you plan to plead guilty to a DUI, seeking the professional advice of a lawyer on your case often makes good sense. The ramifications of a DUI conviction...
It is a good idea to obtain a separate telephone line into your home or to have a separate cell phone to receive adoption related calls only. Make sure you have...
The breathalyzer test is a standard tool for police officers when they investigate a case of a motorist possibly driving under the influence of alcohol. The test...
The legal definitions of sexual assault and rape vary depending on state laws. Some states do not even use those terms in their penal codes to classify sex-related...
