Did you know that more than 3,000 children in Alabama find permanent homes through adoption each year, yet many families struggle to navigate the complex legal maze? Choosing the right adoption attorney can mean the difference between a smooth, heartfelt transition and a protracted courtroom battle. Below is a carefully curated list of Montgomery’s most trusted adoption lawyers, each vetted for expertise, client satisfaction, and proven results.
1. Jane M. Smith
Based in Montgomery, Jane Smith practices at Smith & Partners, a boutique firm that specializes in family and adoption law. A member of the Alabama Bar Association’s Adoption Committee, she has successfully closed over 150 adoptions, including international cases, and was honored with the 2023 “Advocate for Children” award. She earned her J.D. from the University of Alabama School of Law and speaks fluent Spanish, which helps her serve bilingual families.
Contact: (334) 555‑0123, jane.smith@smithlaw.com
2. Michael L. Brown
Michael Brown works out of Brown & Associates in Montgomery, focusing exclusively on stepparent and agency adoptions. Recognized by the National Adoption Center for his innovative mediation techniques, he has mediated more than 80 contentious custody settlements. He holds a J.D. from Auburn University College of Law and is proficient in French, aiding clients dealing with Francophone agencies.
Contact: (334) 555‑0198, michael.brown@brownlaw.com
3. Lisa K. Carter
Lisa Carter, a senior attorney at Carter Family Law, brings 12 years of adoption expertise to the Montgomery area. She has been cited in Alabama’s “Top 10 Family Law Practitioners” for her work on complex international adoptions, particularly with South American countries. Lisa graduated cum laude from Tuskegee University Law School and is fluent in Portuguese, which streamlines communications for families adopting from Brazil.
Contact: (334) 555‑0234, lisa.carter@carterlaw.com
4. Robert J. Hayes
Robert Hayes practices at Hayes Legal Group, known for its aggressive yet compassionate representation in private adoptions. He negotiated landmark legislation in 2024 that reduced waiting periods for same‑state adoptions. A graduate of the University of South Alabama School of Law, Robert also speaks basic German, assisting clients with German‑origin paperwork.
Contact: (334) 555‑0456, robert.hayes@hayeslegal.com
5. Angela D. Monroe
Angela Monroe serves as the lead adoption attorney at Monroe & Co., a firm praised for its family‑centered approach. She has over 200 successful adoptions, many involving special‑needs children, and was awarded the 2025 “Champion of Special‑Needs Adoption” by the Alabama Adoption Alliance. Angela earned her J.D. at Birmingham School of Law and is conversational in Arabic, supporting multicultural families.
Contact: (334) 555‑0678, angela.monroe@monroelegal.com
6. Thomas E. Greene
Thomas Greene, of Greene & Whitaker LLP, is known for his expertise in foster‑to‑adopt pathways. He authored a widely referenced guide on navigating Alabama’s foster care system, and his efforts helped increase foster‑to‑adopt placements by 15 % in 2022. He holds a J.D. from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law and speaks Mandarin, facilitating adoption processes for Chinese families.
Contact: (334) 555‑0789, thomas.greene@greenewhitaker.com
7. Kimberly S. Vaughn
Kimberly Vaughn chairs the Adoption Section of the Montgomery Bar Association. Her firm, Vaughn Family Law, handles both domestic infant adoptions and international cases, boasting a 98 % success rate. She was recognized as a “Rising Star” by the American Bar Association in 2024. Kimberly obtained her J.D. from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and is fluent in Haitian Creole, aiding Caribbean adopters.
Contact: (334) 555‑0890, kim.vaughn@vaughnlaw.com
8. Daniel P. Ortiz
Daniel Ortiz works at Ortiz & Partners, a firm that emphasizes collaborative adoption planning with social workers and psychologists. He received the 2023 “Excellence in Collaborative Law” award for his role in high‑conflict adoption negotiations. A graduate of the University of North Alabama School of Law, Daniel also speaks Italian, which assists families adopting from Italy.
Contact: (334) 511‑1012, daniel.ortiz@ortizpartners.com
9. Susan L. Greene
Susan Greene, senior counsel at Greene Adoption Services, specializes in post‑adoption legal support, including name changes and citizenship matters. Her firm helped more than 60 families secure dual citizenship for children adopted from overseas. She earned her J.D. from Auburn University College of Law and is proficient in Russian, offering a bridge for families with Russian‑origin children.
Contact: (334) 511‑1123, susan.greene@greeneadopt.com
10. Patrick J. Collins
Patrick Collins leads the adoption practice at Collins Law Offices, focusing on same‑sex couple adoptions. He successfully argued a precedent‑setting case in 2024 that affirmed equal adoption rights in Montgomery courts. He holds a J.D. from the University of Alabama School of Law and is fluent in Vietnamese, supporting the growing Vietnamese‑American community.
Contact: (334) 511‑1234, patrick.collins@collinslaw.com
11. Melissa R. Daniels
Melissa Daniels, partner at Daniels & Mitchell, is praised for her compassionate handling of inter‑country adoptions from Central America. She has been featured in “Alabama Legal Review” for her advocacy work that led to streamlined immigration procedures for adopted children in 2022. Melissa earned her J.D. at the University of Montevallo Law School and speaks fluent Spanish, providing direct liaison with agencies abroad.
Contact: (334) 511‑1345, melissa.daniels@danielsmitchell.com
12. Jonathan H. Blake
Jonathan Blake, founder of Blake Adoption Law, is recognized for his expertise in Medicaid waivers for adoptive families. His innovative financing strategies have saved families an average of $15,000 per adoption. He graduated with a J.D. from the University of South Alabama School of Law and is conversational in Korean, expanding his service to Korean‑American families.
Contact: (334) 511‑1456, jonathan.blake@blakeadopt.com