Adoption Fundamentals – Prerequisite 201

1 hour TN General CLE

Introductions and Necessary Parties: What is adoption, who may adopt and be adopted, and who is a necessary party? 

People whose rights must be terminated for a child to be free for adoption are “Necessary parties.” Proper identification of necessary parties and what to do when someone’s status is gray are determinations that challenge beginners and more experienced practitioners as well. 

But when faced with ambiguity regarding possible fathers, there are often clear answers. Where there aren’t clear answers, there are best practices. Classification of parties is foundational knowledge for practitioners. Dawn breaks these concepts down and carefully teaches the law and skills needed to clearly identify necessary parties and build a strong foundation for your case.