Virginia Adoption Law FAQs
Adoption law is a complex and fast-evolving field, and Virginia adoption law differs from other states in several key areas. Below are short answers to some of the most commonly asked questions, although in many cases the full implications of the law will depend on the details of your specific case. WHAT FORMS OF ADOPTION […]
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Surrogacy provides a pathway to building a family for those for whom traditional childbirth may be medically or practically unfeasible — but how much does surrogacy cost? Birth Options: How Much Does Surrogacy Cost? Individuals and couples exploring surrogacy as a way to grow a family face many big decisions, including whether they have the […]
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Adoption and surrogacy offer very different ways to start or expand your family. Choosing one or the other is an emotional decision that is guided by deeply personal experiences or beliefs. This choice also is often governed by financial ability. Whether you begin your journey as a single person or a same-sex or heterosexual couple, […]
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Many people consider surrogacy as a way to begin or add to a family, whether that be an individual or couple who is unable to carry a child of their own or a woman who is willing to use her ability to reproduce to help others have a child. When you first consider surrogacy from […]
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Adopting from foster care means adopting a child who is currently in the care of a state’s foster care system. Children may be adopted either by foster parents who have cared for them on behalf of the state or by a waiting adopting family. Let’s take a closer look at how this process works, and […]
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When a product is not properly designed, manufactured, or there is a failure to warn of certain aspects of the product, injuries can and do occur. Product liability law deals with a wide range of consumer products that have caused harm to someone. In Virginia, product liability cases run the gamut from defective medical devices […]
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Quinn Law Centers’ founder and director Colleen M. Quinn is proud to have been selected for the first time as one of Lawline’s top women faculty of 2021. Lawline, a leading online provider of continuing legal education for attorneys, recognized Colleen for her popular course presentations focusing on gender identity and sexual orientation, LGBTQ cultural […]
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Most of us know Colleen Quinn as a skilled litigator who is passionate about advocating for her clients and mentoring her team. But few of us know much about her early years and the events and activities that shaped the woman we know today. Circle Around, an online publication owned by GS Media, recently caught […]
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Planning a surrogacy is just the beginning of a journey that will hopefully have a beautiful, happy ending. Every surrogacy plan is different – you may choose to self-match or work with a surrogacy program or you may have a surrogate in Virginia or in another state. Every state has its own surrogacy laws, and […]
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A recent change in Virginia adoption law provides new options for partners or family members seeking to share legal custody of a child under their care. Under the revised law, a second adoptive parent is no longer required to be married to a child’s biological or existing legal parent. The change has significant implications for […]
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