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Publication date: 11.07.2025
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Stage Term (days) Cost
  • 1
    Initial consultation and legal opinion
    4 £369.00

    What the solicitor does:

    • conducts an interview with the client (in person or online);
    • analyses the circumstances of the case: marital status, citizenship, legal status in the United Kingdom, type of adoption (through an agency, relative, partner, etc.);
    • assesses the legal grounds for adoption in accordance with the Adoption and Children Act 2002;
    • prepares a written legal opinion on the possibility of adoption and a strategy for further action.
  • 2
    Preparation of documents and support during the assessment
    90 £984.00

    What the solicitor does:

    • assists with the application to the local council or accredited agency;
    • provides support during the preparation for the social assessment (home study): prepares the client for meetings with social workers;
    • checks and corrects questionnaires, autobiographies, and letters of recommendation;
    • monitors the process of medical examinations, DBS (criminal record) checks and home environment assessments.
  • 3
    Preparing and submitting the application to the court
    28 £615.00

    What the solicitor does:

    • prepares a complete set of documents for submission to the Family Court (Form A58, copies of the agency's conclusions, the child's birth certificate, the biological parents' consent or documents confirming their deprivation of parental rights, etc.);
    • advises the client on the specifics of the court proceedings;
    • submits the application on behalf of the client or prepares the client to submit it independently;
    • interacts with court clerks and monitors the progress of the case.
  • 4
    Court proceedings and obtaining a court decision
    90 £861.00

    What the solicitor does:

    • prepares the client for the hearing, models possible questions from the court;
    • if necessary, represents the client at the court hearing;
    • corresponds with the court if additional documents are requested;
    • obtains and checks the adoption order (Adoption Order), assists in obtaining a new birth certificate for the child.
  • 5
    Post-adoption support
    28 £369.00

    What the solicitor does:

    • advises on changing the surname, registering with a GP, schools, etc.;
    • assists with visa or immigration legalisation procedures for the child (if applicable);
    • provides advice on the child's property and inheritance rights.
In general
240 £3,198.00

Legal support for adoption in the United Kingdom: support at every stage

 

The process of adopting a child in the United Kingdom is an emotionally intense and legally complex journey that requires strict compliance with established rules and careful preparation of documents. If you are planning to adopt a child or want to learn how to go through this procedure correctly, the team at Consultant Legal Marketplace is ready to provide comprehensive legal support.

 

How does the adoption process work in the United Kingdom?

 

  • Adoption in the United Kingdom involves several key stages:
  • submitting an application through your local council or an adoption agency;
  • undergoing an adoption assessment;
  • legalising the adoption through the family court.

We accompany clients in the process of preparing a complete set of documents, provide explanations of all legal procedures and represent the applicant's interests in the Family Court.

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Our lawyers will help you avoid mistakes and delays in the process, ensuring that the procedure is completed efficiently and safely.

 

 

Who can adopt a child in the United Kingdom: legal requirements

 

The following persons are eligible to adopt a child in the United Kingdom:

  1. persons aged 21 or over, regardless of marital status;
  2. British citizens or persons with permanent residence status;
  3. spouses, partners, single applicants and same-sex couples.
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A lawyer will provide a full legal opinion on whether the applicant meets the requirements of the law. 

We also advise on step-parent adoption (adoption of a child by one of the spouses) or relative adoption (adoption by relatives of the child).

 

How long does the adoption process take and how can rejection be avoided?

 

The adoption process in the United Kingdom can take between 6 and 12 months. The main reasons for rejection are incomplete documentation, negative conclusions during the assessment or insufficient preparation for the court hearing.

We guarantee:

  • an individual approach to each case;
  • preparation of an application that complies with the law;
  • support during hearings and advice on protecting your rights as a prospective adopter.
Conclusion

Legal support for the adoption of children in the United Kingdom is a service that provides legal reliability, speed and confidence in achieving results. The team at Consultant Legal Marketplace will help you through all stages of the adoption process, from the initial consultation to the court decision.

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