My children's fathers rights are terminated. We want to change the kids last name when I get married. Is that going to be a prob

Yes, wait until he adopts. The name change will be part of the adoption.

The biological father will need to bring a paternity action in court to establish his legal relationship to his child. Notice will need to be...

Can I get my soon to be ex husband off of the birth certificate?

As already stated your husband likely is the legal father. It is not as simple as just removing a name from a birth certificate. His legal rights...

I would like to adopt a child from pakistan and bring him here to live with me. I am a citizen is it possible to apply for him?

You will want to hire an attorney familiar with international adoption/immigration and specifically the "Immediate Relative Process" If you search...

If I meet a woman who has adopted a child, would I be able to move in?

Where you can live (who you can live with) will likely be initially determined based on your level of supervision in the community following your...

In most states Vital Records has a form to use for delayed birth certificates. I would start by calling there and determining if as a decedent you...

I would recommend consulting with an attorney who handles adoptions in your county, as there are often nuances between counties. You will likely...

This is a heartbreaking situation for all involved and sadly not an uncommon one. I'm sure you have tried everything, but I would strongly...

What if the family moves to the U.S. but the parents can't remain in the U.S.? Can the children be adopted so they can stay?

Typically the answer is no. There is a provision in the immigration laws to allow for family members to adopt children, but the process if very...

How do I know if my parental rights are terminated or not?

You can inquire with the local court that would have jurisdiction to see if there was an action brought by your ex-wife. Assuming your son was born...