TALK TO YOUR ATTORNEY. It appears that you are in the process of negotiating a plea agreement. You absolutely should not send any letters to the...

Adoption ?

Visits at your discretion are just that - when, where and how is up to you. However, that doesn't mean you can deny visitation just because you...

How can I adopt the adult mother of my great grandaughter? She is 25 and would like my wife and I to adopt her.

An adult adoption is one of the easiest to accomplish, as the consent of neither the biological or legal parents is required, only the consent of...

How do I gain custody as a grandparent?

In most states the initial step is to obtain guardianship and often you can find information on the court's website. Although the father is not...

Is it expensive to adopt my cousin baby?

At a minimum you will need to pay for a home study, background checks, court costs. You really should also have legal counsel for both you and the...

As the putative father you can register prior to the child being born in any state where she may be living. This will provide you with notice if...

Do I still claim one of my daughters on my taxes?

Until your rights are terminated or surrendered you are their legal father.

Do I have any type of rights to my step-son?

You ARE his mother. He is not your stepson based on what you have written. This is a rapidly developing area of law and you do have rights. I have...

Can I adopt my friends baby without a lawyer?

If you want it to be valid and approved by the court, you should have an attorney handling the matter. It is a very technical process. The 2018...

Can I adopt a baby since I am seventeen?

There are several steps to adoption and it can be expensive endeavor too. The website Creating a Family is a good resource for learning about the...