This has led to an increase in the number of adoption order proceedings, which have become fully contested, often involving the child's birth parents. (barristerforme.com)
Section 47 of ACA 2002 provides the conditions for making adoption orders. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
She regularly acts for local authorities, parents, extended family members and children in care proceedings and applications for adoption orders, including leave to oppose applications. (eapap.eu)