Adoption Attorney and Grandparents’ Rights Lawyer Juliene Lee Ash combines experience and professionalism with a caring, compassionate approach as she handles legal issues involving child custody and visitation with non-custodial parents. Are you pursuing the adoption of a minor relative or step-child in California? Family Law Attorney Juliene Lee Ash can help you grow your family through adoption. If you are a grandparent seeking to establish custody or visitation with a grandchild, Ms. Ash can provide skilled legal assistance throughout this process. Ms. Ash works diligently to help each client achieve their legal goals. Because each situation is unique, she takes the client’s needs into account when customizing the required legal services. She will help you understand your rights and obligations while guiding you through the entire process. If you are involved in an adoption or grandparents’ rights issue, contact Grandparents’ Rights Attorney and Adoption Lawyer Juliene Lee Ash at (760) 341-7761 to arrange for a confidential consultation . Step-Parent & Relative Adoptions | Growing Your Family When a step-parent, relative, or other interested party is prepared to establish a legal parental relationship by adopting the child, Adoption Attorney Juliene Lee Ash is well qualified to represent your interests to help you expand your family. Depending on the circumstances, there are different procedures and forms involved. If you are married to the child’s custodial parent, a step- parent adoption may be appropriate. Ms. Ash provides skilled guidance and counsel in the process of petitioning for adoption. Consent is required from the biological parent who is relinquishing custody. Usually a criminal background check and home study will be required to complete the adoption. In California, any person who acts as a parent in a child’s life can petition the court for legal rights. This is common for same sex couples who are married or registered as domestic partners to opt for a second parent adoption. The spouse of the biological parent may need to complete the adoption process to gain parental rights. In a second parent adoption, the relationship to the child is legalized and does not interfere with the biological parent’s rights. This arrangement allows both parents equal legal status in regard to child custody and visitation matters, and in certain circumstances when travelling to areas that may not recognize same sex marriage. Should something happen to the biological parent, it avoids legal guardianship and affects inheritance rights which can be beneficial to a child. Grandparents’ Rights | Visitation & Custody of Grandchildren If the child’s parents have divorced or separated, Grandparents’ Rights Attorney Juliene Lee Ash protects the rights of grandparents who are looking to gain access to a grandson or granddaughter through custody or visitation. Generally, a grandparent serves as a loving and stable source of comfort for a child. This is especially important when conflict is present with the child’s immediate family. Guardianship in California | Becoming a Legal Guardian In situations where a child’s parents voluntarily consent to give up custody, or the parents are unable or unwilling to provide the appropriate care, the court may appoint someone else to take care of the child. The guardian, who is often a relative, is responsible for coordinating the child’s healthcare, education, social services, financial support, living arrangements, and overall welfare. Contact our Grandparents’ Rights Lawyer & Adoption Attorney Today For skilled representation in any grandparents’ rights or adoption issue, contact Family Law Lawyer Juliene Lee Ash at (760) 341-7761 for a private consultation. Or, contact her office online. She has over 20 years of experience protecting the rights of her clients while advocating for the best possible outcome.