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Adoption bestows on the adoptive parent(s) all the rights and responsibilities of a biological parent, and gives the child being adopted all the legal rights and responsibilities of a biological child. There are several different types of adoptions: independent, state or private agency, international, step-parent, relative or adult adoptions. There are different legal steps for each type of adoption. For an independent, state

At the law office of Hillary Dewhirst, we represent individuals in a wide variety of legal matters that affect your family. We understand the sensitive nature of these issues and work with you to find the best solution while providing you with the compassionate representation that you deserve. Please review our family law categories below to find our more specific information about our family law

Estate planning is one of the most important steps any person can take to make sure that their final property and health care wishes are honored, and that loved ones are provided for in their absence. Though often overlooked or put off in favor of more immediate concerns, a comprehensive estate plan can resolve a number of legal questions that

If your child has been charged with a crime, you need a sincere and effective attorney to defend and protect their rights. Juveniles have some rights, such as confidentiality of records that adults do not; however, they do not have a right to a  jury trial or bail.  Fortunately, they do have the right to an attorney. At the Law Office

Civil litigation is a legal dispute between two or more parties when one party asks the court for monetary damages or for an equitable remedy instead of criminal sanctions. The most common equitable remedy is specific performance, which involves the court ordering the other party to act in a certain way. The Law Office of Hillary Dewhirst represents clients in civil suits including Collections,