Susan L Stockham Law Office

The Law Offices of Adoption & Surrogacy Law, led by Attorney Susan L. Stockham, is a Florida-based firm dedicated to helping families navigate the complex and rewarding process of adoption and surrogacy. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Susan has assisted over 2,000 couples in domestic, international, independent, and agency-related adoptions, as well as surrogacy-related family matters.

As a Florida Bar Board Certified Adoption Law Attorney and a member of the prestigious Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys, Susan is well-versed in all aspects of adoption and surrogacy law. Her extensive knowledge and expertise have earned her the Angel Adoption Award from The Congressional Coalition of Adoption Institute and the Lifetime Achievement Award from The Florida Adoption Council.

Moreover, Susan is not just a professional in the field; she is also a mother of four children, all adopted at different stages of their lives. This personal experience has given her a unique perspective and deep understanding of the emotional aspects of adoption and surrogacy, allowing her to provide compassionate and empathetic legal representation to her clients.

Why Adoption?

There are numerous reasons why adoption can be a wonderful option for individuals and families. Some of these reasons include unplanned pregnancies, not being ready to parent, infertility, establishing step-parent rights, and the desire to help a child in need. Our team at the Law Offices of Adoption & Surrogacy Law is dedicated to guiding you through this journey and ensuring that your rights and interests are protected every step of the way.

Our Services

Our law firm offers a wide range of services to cater to the diverse needs of our clients. These services include, but are not limited to:

1. Domestic Adoption: We assist clients in navigating the legal process of adopting a child within the United States.

2. International Adoption: Our team helps clients with the legal aspects of adopting a child from another country.

3. Independent Adoption: We provide legal representation for clients who are pursuing an independent adoption, where the biological parents place the child directly with the adoptive parents without the involvement of an adoption agency.

4. Agency Adoption: Our firm works with clients who are adopting through an adoption agency, ensuring that all legal requirements are met and that the adoption process is smooth and successful.

5. Surrogacy: We represent gestational carriers, surrogates, and intended parents in building their families through surrogacy.

6. Step-Parent Adoption: Our team assists clients in establishing legal parental rights for a step-parent.

7. Grandparent Adoption: We help grandparents in obtaining legal custody and adoption of their grandchildren.

Adoption Finance Assistance

We understand that the cost of adoption can be a significant barrier for many families. To help address this issue, our law firm works closely with Your Adoption Finance Coach, Kelly Ellison, CEO & Founder of Your Adoption Finance Coach. Kelly and her staff are dedicated to helping families create a financial plan for their adoption, making it more accessible and affordable for everyone.

Our Offices

With offices located in Sarasota and Hillsborough counties, our team is prompt, accurate, and always available to meet your adoption and surrogacy needs. Whether you are based in Florida or elsewhere, we are here to help you navigate the complex legal landscape of adoption and surrogacy.