According to the article, some 2 million to 2.8 million children are being reared in same-sex households. Now, more than ever, same-sex couples must ensure that their wills, trusts, powers of attorney and health care directives are ship-shape. In the context of adoption, this means making proper provision for the guardians of an adopted minor child. And there is a lot of need.
Bottom line: same-sex couples that adopt children need to make sure all of their financial and legal ducks are in a row. For many this may mean a commitment to life insurance or to a carefully-drafted estate plan.
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