Grant Michael Kirsh

Grant Michael Kirsh

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 11 years

Adoption Lawyer at Indianapolis, IN
Practice Areas: Adoption

2930 E 96th St, Indianapolis, IN

About Grant

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Adoption 100%

100% adoption law; newborn adoptions; contested adoptions; guardianship; contested guardianship; adoption litigation; assisted reproductive technologies law; surrogacy; gestational surrogacy; egg donor contracts

12 years | 1,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 11 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2014

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Kirsh & Kirsh, PC

2930 E 96th St, Indianapolis, IN, 46240-3716

Kirsh & Kirsh, P.C. - Indiana Adoption

2504 E 25th Street, Indianapolis, IN

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Grant Michael Kirsh's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

374 Client Reviews

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Posted by Heather | November 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Mrs. Oake

Grant was wonderful for us when we adopted our foster son after 3 years! He made the day super special and everything was organized and explained well.

Posted by Jennifer | September 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Highly recommend

Grant made our adoption day so very special and fun. We live out of state and adopted a foster child, so there were a lot of unique circumstances to navigate. Grant’s expertise with ICPC and DCS adoptions put us right at ease and let us know exactly what to expect. We are so grateful we found Kirsh &... Kirsh.

Posted by Murphy | September 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

The best adoption attorney you will ever find

I would like to tell you a story about an adoption agency call Kirsh & Kirsh and why you cannot go wrong with adopting kids through the law firm. If you ask adoptive parents Why adopt?, they might show you a photo of the first time they met their son. They might tell the story of the summer they taug...ht their daughter to swim, or describe the sound of their children laughing and playing together in their backyard. Every parent has their own personal reasons for adopting, but at its core, the advantage of adoption is simple: it builds families. Working with a trained adoption professional such as Kirsh & Kirsh law firm can help you make all of the identity what’s important in your adoption journey and help you decide which type of adoption is best for you. Kirsh & Kirsh has been doing adoption well into 40 years and I can say when you make the call for adoption you will not regret it. When I first called Kirsh & Kirsh they made me feel like I was home and they knew me the whole time and they really do listen to your needs and not the needs of the state. So give them a call and let them know you read my comments and want to inquire.

Posted by Krystal | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Colbert-Srebalus

We started our journey towards adoption in March of this year and finalized on July 9th. Out of everyone we spoke with attorney wise Grant and his amazing team felt like family. When it came to our day he was absolutely kind enough to wait for our daughters brother to get there before we started whic...h meant the world to us since they had not seen each other in two years. Him and his team treat his clients like family from day one of consultation. If you’re needing a team that will fight for you and with you Grant and his team is absolutely the best.

Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2024 | Adoption

No matter what position you are in. He will leave you feeling accomplished and proud

I’m gonna try to express how incredible these people are. If god himself handle adoptions he would do it exactly like them. We are one of the parents who had to make the difficult decision to place our baby up for adoption. Any fears of judgement any feelings of guilt or shame or selfishness. Was nev...er present at all. I honestly felt like we was a surrogate and this was planned from day one. And look this was planned literally as my wife was in labor. That was our first phone call. And by the time we got admitted into the hospital there was a family traveling 12 hours to meet there new son. No lie first call she was in labor and was to far along to get the epidural that’s how last minute we was. A family came across 7 states. All my presumed notions and fears of how this would go. Did not exist. The entire experience was focus was around how we are giving a family a chance at something so life changing but they couldn't experience it on there own. That was the reason. That was the cause. That was the only why this was taking place. No judgement no shame no sadness. We were even celebrating the parents new adoption not as relief for us but as congratulations to the new family. They had about 1 hour from first call to baby born. And it was such a pleasant experience I would do it again just so I could be involve with them again. The people the experience. I wish they cut grass so I could interact with them on a frequent bases. Honestly felt like we gave the baby to a family member. These are some incredible people going above any beyond to change not there lives but other peoples lives forever like it’s there hobby they do for fun. Not even in my wildest dream in a perfect world could I picture this experience to go this great. We don’t feel guilty for a selfish decision. We helped a couple experience love they never knew existed. I hate long reviews but I couldn’t make this any shorter

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Grant Michael Kirsh's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rebecca Bruce

Adoption lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When I am representing an expectant mother and the adoptive parents need a knowledgeable adoption attorney, I readily refer them to Grant."

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Laura Swafford

Adoption lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. If you are looking at adoption as an option for your family, Grant is an excellent attorney to assist you with this process."

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Robert Kirsh

Adoption lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Hannagan

Adoption lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Friend

"Grant Kirsh is an excellent attorney who understands his client's needs. In his area of expertise, he is very in tune to the changing legal landscape and the emotional sensitivities of both parties. I highly recommend Grant Kirsh if you or your client is considering any and all types of adoptions."

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Christopher Hurley

Adoption lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Grant exhibits integrity in a field that is emotionally charged for all involved."

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Brett Galvan

Adoption lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Best damn adoption attorney this side of the Mississippi!"

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Daniel Smart

Adoption lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse Grant Kirsh. Grant has the passion, experience, knowledge, and resources necessary to provide the best representation to his clients."

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Osman Mirza

Unknown lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Grant is an knowledgeable practitioner. He is also a reliable resource and committed attorney. I highly recommend him."

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Angela Swenson

Unknown lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joanna Wilkinson

Adoption lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I enthusiastically endorse Attorney Grant Kirsh. Surrogacy and Adoption are collaborative processes and often involve lawyers licensed in different states. I have worked with Mr. Kirsh frequently over the last five years and had consistently good experience with him. He is knowledgable and professional. He has an excellent reputation and demonstrates commitment to the best legal and ethical practices."

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Elizabeth Homes

Adoption lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Grant is not only a friend but has and continues to be a friendly and helpful colleague. It is nice to have the opportunity to work with another attorney who is also a person first! He is great!"

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Russell Cate

Adoption lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Grant is a hard working, highly responsive attorney. He has a strong mastery of adoption law and his firm is the preeminent law firm for adoption in the State of Indiana. I have consulted with Grant on adoption related matters and he is responsive, accurate, and helpful. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing an adoption attorney or any attorney/law firm seeking advice on adoption related issues."

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DawnMarie White

Adoption lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Grant Kirsh is very professional and down to earth. He understands the law and the legal system. He is dedicated to his clients' success."

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Robert Kirsh

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Elizabeth Homes

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Joanna Wilkinson

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Steven Kirsh

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2019

IFAAP Supporter of the Year, Indiana Foster and Adoptive Parents

2018

IFAAP Supporter of the Year, Indiana Foster and Adoptive Parents

2014

Gold Level Pro Bono Volunteer, Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Kirsh & Kirsh, PC

2012 - 2014

Intern, Child Advocates

2012 - 2012

Intern, Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2019 - Present

Indiana Foster and Adoptive Parents

Board Member

2017 - Present

Indianapolis Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

SAFY Indiana

Chairman

2015 - Present

Orchard Alumni Association

Member

2014 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Northern District Indiana Federal Court

Member

2014 - Present

Southern District Indiana Federal Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Adoption of CN

Adoption Granted

Adoption of GK

Adoption Granted

Adoption of NS

Adoption Granted

Adoption of AMD

Adoption Granted

Adoption of WB

Adoption Granted

Adoption of LK

Adoption Granted

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Education

2014

Indiana University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Indiana University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2026

Ivy Tech School of Nursing

Nurses Role in Handling Adoptions

2026

Huntington School of Nursing

Nurses Roll in the Adoption Process

2025

Indiana Hospital Association Annual Meeting

Update to the Indiana Hospital Association Adoption Protocol

2025

ICLEF

Indiana Adoption Law

2025

Every Child Symposium

DCS Adoption Process

2024

Every Child Symposium

DCS Adoption Process

2023

Every Child Symposium

DCS Adoption Process

2022

Every Child Symposium

DCS Adoption Process

2018

SAFY Family Night

How to Handle Foster Care Adoptions

2018

Adoption Night - I Lived On Parker Avenue

Adoption

2017

Learning about Foster Care Adoptions

Foster Care Adoption Process

2016

Indian Child Welfare Act

Indian Child Welfare Act

2016

Adopting through the Foster Care System

Foster Care Adoptions

2014

How to Properly Handle a Contest Adoption

How to Properly Handle a Contest Adoption

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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