Adoption Courts | Lorain County Probate Court
Investigates and approves all adoptions in Lorain County whether through private placement or a licensed adoption agency. Requires a home study to ensure the suitability of the prospective adoptive home. Maintains confidential adoption files. Allows adoptees or adoptive parents may some access to information with a proper court record release.
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Physical Address
225 Court Street, Unit 611, Lorain County Justice Center, Elyria, OH 44035
Hours
Same as site hours.
Fax
(440) 328-2157
Voice
Application process
Call the office or visit the website for more information.
Fee
Varies according to service.
Eligibility
- Serves Lorain County. - Married couples, a step-parent, or a single adult may adopt. Persons who may be adopted include a minor child, a person determined to be totally and permanently disabled, and certain adults.
Languages
Court-appointed foreign language or sign language interpreters available upon request. Call ahead to request an interpreter.
Service area
Lorain County, Ohio
Agency info
Lorain County Probate Court
Handles cases involving adoption, administration of estates, guardianships, name changes, correction of birth records, probate civil matters, and issuance of marriage licenses.