ADOPTION BENEFIT
Who is Eligible.... Any covered member who seeks representation in an adoption proceeding.
What is the Benefit.... The Fund will provide a covered member with an attorney from a panel law firm to represent the member in formal adoption proceedings. This benefit does not include payment of any fees or expenses to adoption agencies or any other agencies, but is limited to those services normally rendered by an attorney to formalize an adoption. After all arrangements have been agreed upon, the panel attorney will prepare all petitions and allied papers and will appear in court with the parties in support of the adoption, if required.
The following schedule indicates the legal services available and the amount to be paid by the member in each circumstance:
| Steps in the Legal Process Provided by The Fund through the Panel Law Firm | Amount Paid by Fund Member | |
| A. | Consultation | None |
| B. | Preparation of Documents and Court Appearance for adoption of child | $65 |
How to Obtain the Benefit.... To obtain the Adoption Benefit, simply contact the Fund to request an appointment. At the time of the appointment, you and an attorney from the panel law firm will complete the appropriate forms.
BENEFITS QUESTIONS? PLEASE CONTACT MARY AT (631) 732-6500.
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