Single Parent Adoptions In West Virginia

WV Legal Services for Unmarried Individuals & Solo Adoptions

Are you a single man or woman planning to adopt a child?

If you are an unmarried resident of West Virginia interested in adopting a child, contact Attorney Fran Whiteman. She assists single and married individuals to navigate all legal aspects of the adoption process, including those who will be adopting “solo” without their spouse. Call to learn more: (304) 366-2116.

Making Motherhood & Fatherhood a Reality for WV Single Parents

Legal Support & Loving Adoptions

All children have the right to a stable, loving home. In many cases, that home belongs to a single, unmarried, or solo adoptive parent. Over the years, Attorney Fran Whiteman has helped individuals throughout West Virginia successfully pursue adoption and worked to make the joy of parenthood a reality for a number of loving single-parent adoptive parents. Fran offers comprehensive legal guidance, counsel, and support every step of the way. Choose Attorney Fran Whiteman for the confidence to pursue your dream of a family of your own and effective court representation with a personal touch.

My clients know what to expect. I work hard to ensure their legal needs are met.

Fran Whiteman

In West Virginia, Is Marriage a Requirement for Adoption?

No. In West Virginia, there are currently no laws or regulations that forbid single people from adopting a child.

What Do the Laws of West Virginia Say About Adopting as an Individual or Unmarried Parent?

Unmarried individuals are permitted to adopt a child in West Virginia. A person who is married is permitted to adopt a child with their spouse (jointly), or on an individual basis, but individual adoption as a married partner requires consent from the non-adopting spouse.

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Prospective Unmarried or Single Adoptive Parent?

Request a FREE Adoption Consultation

If you would like to open your heart and home up to a child through the beauty of adoption, contact Adoption Attorney Fran Whiteman. She offers a complimentary initial consultation to answer your questions and help you get started. When you’re ready to pursue the dream of establishing a family of your own through adoption, reach out to Fran for effective legal representation with personalized guidance every step of the way: (304) 366-2116.