Fall 2026

Adoption Law and Policy

Addresses issues in adoption law, regulations, and ethics.

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LAW 937

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Addresses the fundamental and evolving issues arising when adoptive families are created by law and considers the historical, societal and geopolitical elements shaping adoption law. Study state, federal and international regulations governing adoption, including constitutional limitations on regulation and practice. Examine the role and ethical obligations of attorneys, social workers and physicians in adoption practice. Examine the legal system's regulation of "gray market" adoptions and explore current challenges related to adoption of Native American children and the Indian Child Welfare Act, adoption by queer individuals, adoption of children from foster care, and openness in adoption.

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  • Historical and geopolitical elements of adoption
  • Constitutional limitations on adoption regulation
  • Regulation of gray market adoptions
  • Adoption of Native American children and ICWA
  • Adoption by queer individuals
  • Adoption from foster care
  • Openness in adoption

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  • Analyze legal issues in adoption
  • Study adoption regulations
  • Examine ethical obligations in adoption

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