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Compassionate Adoption Law Attorneys. Ardent Legal Representation.

Providing Knowledgeable Guidance and Skilled Legal Representation Counsel in the Best Interest of Our Oceanside Clients and Their Family.

For years, Southern California has been able to count on Fischer & Van Thiel for all their Adoption Family Law needs. In addition to our Oceanside Law Office, our Family Law Firm Represents Service Area Clients in Camp PendletonNorth CountySan Marcos, Vista, and throughout the local San Diego CountyCalifornia region.

Adoption Attorneys with Expertise & Experience

Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP provides over 57 Years of Combined Family Law Counsel Experience dedicated to Your Family throughout the Adoption Legal Process.

Adopting a child can be one of the most meaningful experiences in a person’s life. However, the adoption process can sometimes be long and complicated, and those trying to go through it on their own may encounter a range of obstacles.

For this reason, many people turn to the help of a highly-qualified Adoption Lawyer with a proven record of helping others through the Adoption Legal Process and Challenges.

At Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP, we know that the adoption process can be frustrating, yet with the help of an experienced legal professional who can streamline and simplify the steps, it allows the prospective parents a more pleasant experience throughout the process.

Additionally, with a legal professional’s help, you can focus more on preparing your family for the new family member rather than the legal obstacles and frustrations you would otherwise have to deal with on your own.

Family law conflicts are often emotional, complicated matters that can affect you and your loved ones for years. Working with an experienced family law attorney can help you address these issues in a straightforward manner and limit the negative impact on all of those involved.

Our team of Family Law Legal Professionals consistently obtain favorable Adoption Solutions for our clients in Camp PendletonNorth CountyOceansideSan MarcosVista, and San Diego County designing effective legal strategies for Southern California families who are struggling with personal disputes.

We use our expansive understanding of the Local Court’s Legal Procedures and State Laws to tailor a plan specific Legal Strategy to the best interest of your family’s unique needs.

Contact us at (760) 722-7646 to schedule a complimentary case evaluation with our team.

Adoption vs. Guardianship

The first thing you’ll need to be sure of is that you really want a full legal adoption and not simply a legal guardianship. There is a clear and important distinction between these options.

When you adopt a child, it is a permanent arrangement and you assume full and total responsibility for the child until they reach the age of 18 years.

Most importantly, the natural parents and/or any existing family relatives forfeit all responsibility for the child and any kind of say they would have in the raising of the child.

The natural parents of the child also do not have to provide any kind of financial support for a child who is adopted by somebody else.

A guardianship is not always permanent and natural parents do not forfeit any of their parental rights or responsibilities.

They may also have to provide financial support for the child, although there are potentially some situations where that may not be the case.

A guardianship can be terminated if the natural parents apply to the court to have it terminated and the court agrees that it is in the best interest of the child to be returned to the natural parents.

This isn’t normally possible when a child is adopted.

Adoption Types That Our Legal Services Offer:

The type of adoption you pursue will depend entirely on your preferences and unique situation.

When a person or family wants to adopt a child, they actually have a number of different options to do so.

Regardless of which you choose, it is best to have an experienced lawyer supporting you, as they can help you navigate the legal complexities and address any issues that arise.

Local Service Area Customer Testimonial Reviews

Child Custody Legal Services Revew

"Thank you, Michael Fischer, you really are great at what you do."


"Going through a very stressful time Michael Fischer really helped me through it all. He helped me fight my case and took a lot of weight off my shoulders in order to get full custody of my son. He reported back to me all the updates with my case and ended up winning my case!

- Former Client, Oceanside California

Child Custody Legal Services


"Thanks, Thomas!"


"He was there every step of the way. Helped make this custody situation a little more bearable. Thank you, Tom and Linda."- Maria, Oceanside, CA

Divorce Legal Services


"They're very dependable, knowledgeable, and experienced."


"The Fischer & Van Thiel Firm is a great firm. They're very dependable, knowledgeable, and experienced. I definitely recommend them."

- Elizabeth G., Oceanside, CA

Family Law Legal Services


"This office is really good, thanks for everything."


- Patti A., Oceanside, CA

Divorce & Ongoing Family Law Services


"Friendly and knowledgeable — I highly recommend them!"


- Allison O., Oceanside, CA

Family Law Legal Services


"Friendly and knowledgeable — I highly recommend them!"


- Allison O., Oceanside, CA

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"Fischer & Van Thiel is a very knowledgeable office and great to work with!"


- Chelsey G., Oceanside, CA

Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP’s Family Law Attorneys are well versed in Adoption and Guardianship Family Law legal Services and our “Family First” Focused Lawyers provide proactive legal solutions that safeguard your current and avoid issues that protect your future interests.

In addition, we help mediate family law conflicts so that you may avoid litigation and the fees that can accompany this form of dispute resolution. It is best to work this out without the courts when appropriate.

Partnering with Adoption Lawyers who have expert experience understand the Family Law Legal System in San Diego County, who is attentive to your family’s needs, is always your best Legal Strategy. Call (760) 722-7646 or contact us to schedule your Free Consultation.

Why Choose Fischer & Van Thiel, PC

Experienced & Caring Family Law Attorneys


  • Over 57 Years of Combined Legal Practice Experience

  • Available by Appointment, Phone & Video Consult

  • Complimentary 30 Minute Family Law Consultations

  • Committed to Protecting Your Rights & Privacy

  • Always Serving You & Your Children’s Best Interests

  • Affordable & Friendly Family Law Divorce Lawyers

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Oceanside, CA Office

Fischer & Van Thiel, PC
2424 Vista Way Suite 200
Oceanside, CA 92054
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