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19 Years
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Emergency
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Adoption and Estate Planning Legal Services in Maryland & DC
Sheri A. Mullikin, Attorney At Law is a dedicated adoption attorney and estate planning lawyer serving clients in Maryland and Washington, D.C. With over two decades of legal experience since 1999 and a personal journey through adoption, Sheri combines professional expertise with empathetic client support. Her practice focuses on guiding adoptive parents, birth parents, and families through domestic, foster care, and international adoptions, alongside comprehensive estate planning services.Sheri prioritizes personalized representation, offering 24/7 availability to address client needs. Her work extends to advocating for foster parents and shaping adoption policies, reflecting a deep commitment to family-building and legal advocacy. The firms reputation for integrity, responsiveness, and client-centered solutions is underscored by numerous testimonials highlighting successful adoptions and estate planning outcomes.
Services
Domestic Adoptions
Foster Care Adoptions
Stepparent Adoptions
Adult Adoptions
Post-Adoption Agreements
International Adoptions
Estate Planning
Wills and Trusts
Powers of Attorney
Advance Directives
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of legal experience in adoption and estate planning.
- Our team provides 24/7 personalized client support for urgent needs.
- We specialize in Maryland and D.C. adoption laws and policies.
- Our services include comprehensive post-adoption contact agreement guidance.
- We combine professional expertise with personal experience in adoption.
What people say
Compassionate and integrity
Professional and easy to talk to
Stress-free process
Knowledgeable and dedicated
Excellent experience
Services
Adoption Law
Sheri A. Mullikin, Attorney At Law provides expert legal representation for all adoption types, including domestic, foster care, and international adoptions. Her practice supports adoptive parents, birth parents, and foster families through every step of the process. Clients benefit from her deep knowledge of Maryland and D.C. adoption laws and her personal experience with adoption.
Estate Planning
The firm offers comprehensive estate planning services, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives. These services ensure clients wishes are honored for asset distribution and healthcare decisions. Sheris expertise helps families avoid probate and protect their legacies with tailored solutions.
Post-Adoption Agreements
Sheri specializes in negotiating and drafting post-adoption contact agreements to maintain relationships between birth and adoptive families. These legally enforceable agreements in Maryland and D.C. outline terms for ongoing communication. Her approach prioritizes the childs best interests while respecting all parties needs.
Stepparent Adoptions
The firm guides clients through stepparent adoption processes, ensuring legal rights and responsibilities are transferred smoothly. Services include handling consent requirements and court filings. Sheris experience simplifies complex legal steps to formalize familial bonds.
Adult Adoptions
Sheri assists with adult adoptions to establish inheritance rights and legal relationships. The process involves navigating consent and court procedures in Maryland and D.C. Her personalized approach ensures clients achieve their goals, whether for emotional or financial reasons.
People
Sheri A. Mullikin, Attorney At Law
Attorney at Law
Sheri A. Mullikin, Attorney At Law is an adoption attorney and estate planning lawyer with over 20 years of experience. She founded her practice in 2007 after working at a major Baltimore law firm. Her personal adoption journey informs her empathetic legal approach. Sheri advocates for foster parents and serves clients across Maryland and D.C.
Questions
What types of adoption do you handle?
We handle domestic infant adoptions, foster care adoptions, stepparent adoptions, adult adoptions, and international adoption finalizations in Maryland and D.C.
How much does an adoption cost?
Costs vary by type: foster care adoptions are often low-cost, while private and international adoptions range from $10,000 to $50,000. We help clients explore financial assistance options.
Are your services available outside Maryland?
We primarily serve Maryland and D.C. but assist clients outside these regions if the adoption involves local parties.
Do you offer estate planning consultations?
Yes, we provide consultations for wills, trusts, advance directives, and powers of attorney to protect your family’s future.
