Can My Spouse Adopt My Child if the Other Parent Is Deceased?

Find out whether your spouse can adopt your child after a parent's death and what steps you'll need to take in Illinois. Read More

August 17, 2026 Stepparent Adoption

Embryo Disposition in Illinois: What if You and Your Spouse Disagree? 

Learn how embryo disposition agreements help Illinois couples with future family-building decisions. Read More

July 10, 2026 Assisted Reproductive Technology

Adopting a Child Aging Out of Foster Care in Illinois

Discover how foster care adoption works for older youth and when adult adoption may become the next step. Read More

July 9, 2026 Adult Adoption, Foster Care Adoption

Can My Spouse Adopt My Child?

Your spouse may already be your child's parent in every way that matters. Find out what it takes to make that relationship legally official. Read More

July 9, 2026 Stepparent Adoption

Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Ruling: What It Means for Illinois Adoptive Families

If you're planning to adopt, here's what you need to know about the Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling. Read More

July 9, 2026 Infant Adoption, International Adoption

Do You Have to Foster Before Adoption?

If you hope to adopt through foster care, learn what steps may be required and how the process typically unfolds. Read More

June 23, 2026 Foster Care Adoption

Surrogacy for LGBTQ+ Couples in Illinois

Learn how Illinois surrogacy laws support LGBTQ+ families and establish clear paths to legal parenthood. Read More

June 23, 2026 Chicago & Cook County, Co-Parent / Second-Parent Adoption, Surrogacy

Understanding Confirmatory Adoption in Illinois

Find out whether confirmatory adoption makes sense for your family and how it can strengthen your parental rights. Read More

June 23, 2026 Chicago & Cook County, Co-Parent / Second-Parent Adoption

Embryo Disposition Agreements in Illinois

Discover what embryo disposition agreements cover and why these decisions are often made before embryos are created. Read More

June 23, 2026 Assisted Reproductive Technology

How Do I Adopt My Stepchild in Illinois?

Get answers to common questions about stepparent adoption, including consent requirements, court procedures and finalization. Read More

June 23, 2026 Stepparent Adoption