Looking for a adoption and guardianship attorney with upfront pricing? Stepparent adoptions and guardianships give a trusted adult legal authority to care for a child.. Below are our flat-fee adoption and guardianship services, our guides and state-by-state information — so you can compare and order with confidence.
About Adoption and Guardianship
Stepparent adoptions and guardianships give a trusted adult legal authority to care for a child.
On this page you will find our flat-fee adoption and guardianship services with their prices, our guides on the topic and state-by-state information. Every service is prepared by licensed US attorneys and delivered online.
Adoption and Guardianship services and flat-fee pricing
- Guardianship consultation — flat fee $399, usually ready in 1 working day
- Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) — flat fee $800, usually ready in 7 working days
- Guardianship Petition (Minor) — flat fee $700, usually ready in 5 working days
The price you see is the price you pay. Therefore, you can compare options and order with confidence.
Adoption and Guardianship guides
What clients search for: adoption and guardianship
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How to get started
- Choose your service from the list above — or speak to an attorney first if you are not sure.
- Answer a short questionnaire and upload your documents securely.
- Your attorney prepares the work and messages you through your dashboard if anything is unclear.
- Receive your documents online, ready to sign, send or file.
Why flat-fee adoption and guardianship help
Hourly billing makes legal costs unpredictable. In contrast, a flat fee tells you the full cost before work begins. Moreover, everything happens online, so clients in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. can get help without travelling to an office.
If your matter needs ongoing representation in court, our work still saves money: your trial attorney receives an organized, well-documented file.
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Our Adoption and Guardianship services in the USA
Every service below has a fixed price, is prepared by a qualified attorney and is delivered online — wherever you are in the USA. Additionally, you can upload evidence, message your attorney and track progress from your secure client dashboard.
Guardianship consultation in the USA
A confidential 45–60 minute phone or video consultation with a licensed US attorney about guardianship of a child or a vulnerable adult. Get straight answers on your rights, options, risks and likely costs, and a clear plan for your next steps.
It includes 45–60 minute call with a licensed US attorney — phone, video or WhatsApp, upload documents beforehand so your attorney is prepared, your rights, options, risks and likely costs in plain English. Moreover, it is usually ready in 1 working day. Express delivery is also available. As a result, you can act before deadlines pass.
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Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in the USA
Petition, consents and supporting documents for an uncontested stepparent adoption.
It includes prepared by our US legal team for your state, based on your questionnaire answers and documents, word and PDF, ready to sign, send or file. Moreover, it is usually ready in 7 working days. Express delivery is also available. As a result, you can act before deadlines pass.
Order Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) — $800 See what's included →
Guardianship Petition (Minor) in the USA
Petition and supporting documents to appoint a guardian for a minor child.
It includes prepared by our US legal team for your state, based on your questionnaire answers and documents, word and PDF, ready to sign, send or file. Moreover, it is usually ready in 5 working days. Express delivery is also available. As a result, you can act before deadlines pass.
Order Guardianship Petition (Minor) — $700 See what's included →
Adoption and Guardianship services near you — every state we cover
Because everything is handled online, it makes no difference where you live. Nevertheless, the law does change from state to state, so every document is prepared for your local rules. Here are some of the places our clients come from most often.
Adoption and Guardianship help in California
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for California law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Los Angeles (near the Stanley Mosk Courthouse downtown), San Diego (near the Hall of Justice on West Broadway), San Francisco (near the Civic Center courthouse on McAllister Street). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Los Angeles, Guardianship consultation in San Diego, Guardianship consultation in San Francisco. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in California.
Adoption and Guardianship help in Texas
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for Texas law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Houston (near the Harris County Civil Courthouse), Dallas (near the George L. Allen Sr. Courts Building), San Antonio (near the Bexar County Courthouse), Austin (near the Travis County Civil and Family Courts Facility). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Houston, Guardianship consultation in Dallas, Guardianship consultation in San Antonio, Guardianship consultation in Austin. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in Texas.
Adoption and Guardianship help in Florida
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for Florida law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Miami (near the Miami-Dade County Courthouse on West Flagler Street), Orlando (near the Orange County Courthouse), Tampa (near the George E. Edgecomb Courthouse). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Miami, Guardianship consultation in Orlando, Guardianship consultation in Tampa. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in Florida.
Adoption and Guardianship help in New York
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for New York law and local court practice. Clients come to us from New York City (near the New York County Courthouse at 60 Centre Street and the immigration court at 26 Federal Plaza), Brooklyn (near the Kings County Supreme Court on Adams Street). For example, see Guardianship consultation in New York City, Guardianship consultation in Brooklyn. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in New York.
Adoption and Guardianship help in Illinois
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for Illinois law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Chicago (near the Richard J. Daley Center). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Chicago. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in Illinois.
Adoption and Guardianship help in Georgia
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for Georgia law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Atlanta (near the Fulton County Courthouse). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Atlanta. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in Georgia.
Adoption and Guardianship help in Arizona
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for Arizona law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Phoenix (near the Maricopa County Superior Court). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Phoenix. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in Arizona.
Adoption and Guardianship help in Pennsylvania
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for Pennsylvania law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Philadelphia (near City Hall, home of the Court of Common Pleas). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Philadelphia. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in Pennsylvania.
Adoption and Guardianship help in Washington
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for Washington law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Seattle (near the King County Courthouse). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Seattle. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in Washington.
Adoption and Guardianship help in Colorado
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for Colorado law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Denver (near the Denver City and County Building). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Denver. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in Colorado.
Adoption and Guardianship help in Massachusetts
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for Massachusetts law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Boston (near the Edward W. Brooke Courthouse). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Boston. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in Massachusetts.
Adoption and Guardianship help in Nevada
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for Nevada law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Las Vegas (near the Regional Justice Center). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Las Vegas. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in Nevada.
Adoption and Guardianship help in New Jersey
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for New Jersey law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Newark (near the Essex County Hall of Records). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Newark. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in New Jersey.
Adoption and Guardianship help in North Carolina
We prepare adoption and guardianship documents for North Carolina law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Charlotte (near the Mecklenburg County Courthouse). For example, see Guardianship consultation in Charlotte. Similarly, see Stepparent Adoption Petition (Uncontested) in North Carolina.
We also help clients in Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming. See every location we cover.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does adoption and guardianship help cost?
Our adoption and guardianship services start at $399 with a flat fee. Each service page shows the full price before you order — there is no hourly billing.
Do you help with adoption and guardianship in every state?
Yes. We serve clients in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., and every document is prepared for your state's laws and forms.
How quickly can I get help?
The fastest adoption and guardianship services are usually ready in 1 working day, and express delivery is available.
Can I speak to an attorney before ordering?
Yes. Book a consultation or use "Speak to an attorney" to describe your situation first.
Contact American Counsel
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✉ Email: support@american-counsel.com
🌐 Service area: online across all 50 US states and Washington, D.C.
🕑 Response: most enquiries answered the same working day
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This guide is general information, not legal advice for your situation. Every case is different — speak to a qualified attorney before you act.