Florida Adoption and Surrogacy Attorneys
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Law offices of Jeanne T. Tate, P.A.

Florida Adoption Attorney

 

COVID UPDATE

As COVID-19 continues to be an increasing challenge in our daily lives, our firm is doing our part to reduce the risk of transmission by having our staff work from home. We are determined to continue to provide support to birth families, children, and adoptive families while we all struggle with the unknown and fear this disease brings.

We remain committed to our work, even during these trying times. Although our staff is working remotely for now, we are able to continue to meet the needs of our clients. We encourage you to contact us through our email addresses, direct dial lines, or by calling any of our offices. All calls will be returned promptly. We will continue to offer consultations, information sessions and hearings by video conferencing.

We are all working our way through this new normal. Our mission has not changed, only the method we are currently delivering services. Stay safe!!

You’ve come to the right place for caring guidance and smart legal solutions 

With all the complexities of adoption law, you’ll feel supported with one of Florida’s top adoption law firms on your side. 

The law offices of Jeanne T. Tate, P.A. focus on providing comprehensive, individual, and affordable legal services to adoptive parents, adoption agencies, and birth parents in a professional and supportive environment, including international, domestic, special-needs, contested, appeals, interstate, second parent, stepparent, relative, minority adoptions and same sex couple adoptions.

Adoption law is complicated and challenging and requires the dedication of an experienced legal staff. Unlike other family law firms that practice law in a variety of areas, attorneys at Jeanne T. Tate, P.A. focus solely on the practice of adoption and surrogacy.


Florida Adoption Attorney Jeanne Tate was the featured cover story on the 2021 Super Lawyers Magazine by Thomson Reuters.

This article highlights Jeanne’s long history of uniting children with families. She adamantly believes that there is a home for every child, and she has made it her life’s work to help place those children into loving homes, no matter the obstacle.

Want to learn more about how Jeanne got her start in Adoption Law? Read her story that starts on page 18.


Erica Healey Earns Board Certification in Adoption

Jeanne Tate P.A. announced today that Erica Healey, Adoption Attorney in the Tampa office, has earned Board Certification in Adoption from The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization & Education. This is a monumental milestone in Healey’s legal career as she is now distinguished as a specialist and expert in the area of Adoption by The Florida Bar.


Supreme Court of Florida Certifies Nicole Moore as Family Mediator

On July 23, 2021, the Supreme Court of Florida certified Board Certified Adoption Attorney Nicole Moore as a Family Mediator.

What is a Mediator?

A mediator is a non-biased professional who assists two parties reach a mutual agreement in their discussion and/or legal disputes. When the parties reach an agreement in mediation, they will not have to go to trial or arbitration, saving time and money for both parties.

What does this mean for Jeanne T. Tate P.A. clients?

Our practice areas are expanding! We are now able to offer our clients family mediation services to better suit their needs.


Fox 13's segment What's Right with Tampa Bay honors Jeanne T. Tate

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Recently, Jeanne T. Tate received a key to the city of Tampa from the Mayor for her achievements in adoption. Ms. Tate is not only well recognized locally in the Tampa Bay area, but all over the country- and we are fortunate for her leadership. This award reminded the media of her accomplishments and she was featured on Fox 13 News on November 29, 2019 at 7 PM. Please take a few minutes to watch this heart warming piece.

https://www.fox13news.com/video/630280


JEANNE T. TATE RECOGNIZED AS 2018 COMMUNITY HERO

Jeanne T. Tate has been honored as a Community Hero by the Tampa Bay Lightning for her longstanding work in the area of adoptions and her rich history of volunteerism. Jeanne was given $50,000 to donate to a charity of her choice. Click on her picture in this link to watch this awesome video --https://www.nhl.com/lightning/news/jeanne-tate-honored-as-lightning-community-hero/c-300708632



Jeanne T. Tate Presents Oral Argument at the Supreme Court of Florida - December 7, 2016

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Learn about our practice areas

For Adoptive Parents

The decision to welcome a child into your family is made from the heart. But adoption can be a complex process, with unexpected issues, details and questions. We’re here to help you to understand the law, provide a smooth transitional process, and enhance the legal security of your adoption.


For Adoption Agencies

When special circumstances or legal issues complicate the adoption process, we’re here to help you help your clients. We deal every day with special needs adoptions, same sex adoptions, relative adoptions, stepparent adoptions, international adoptions, interstate adoptions, and intermediary adoptions, as well as complex, appealed and contested cases. 


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For Birth Parents

Though you may not be ready to be a parent yourself, we can help ensure that your child is raised in a secure and loving home. We’ll explain the options and legal rights you have regarding the adoption process, the choice of adoptive parents, and long-term contact with your child.
 


For DCF INTERVENTIONS

A birth parent facing a termination action, (or a TPR) by the Florida Department of Children and Families may not be aware that they can still have a voice in determining where their child may be placed for adoption. This type of adoption process is referred to as an intervention and must be initiated prior to a final, court-ordered termination of parental rights.


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For Surrogacy & Donation

Surrogacy & egg, sperm, & preembryo donation offer hope when natural fertility efforts disappoint. For both hopeful parents & the surrogates & donors who fulfill that hope, there are a number of medical options in assisted reproductive technology (ART), each with their own legal implications. We’ll help clarify the legal choices & guide you through the next steps, so you’ll feel confident moving forward. 


FOR REFERRING ATTORNEYS

Law firms who are not licensed in Florida, as well many who are, regularly refer cases to our firm to ensure the very best counsel and representation for their clients. We offer highly specialized adoption and litigation expertise, especially in complex or contested cases, yet welcome your input or your role as co-counsel.

 

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The legal industry and peers have recognized us for our dedication and excellence on behalf of our clients. 


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