Adoption by family member how to

As an adult, which you are at age 23, you may legally change your name to any name you wish. This is not expensive but confers no legal attachment...

How would I go about adopting my friends two small children of both parents are willing to sign over all rights and I'm willing

I suggest you contact a local attorney directly. If all parties are in agreement, absent some "defect" in the proposed adoptive parents such as a...

It sounds like you are this child's ONLY "parent and legal guardian" but unfortunately, the Order you have may need to be explained to the college....

What can be done ???

Your child's other parent probably should not be taking your child across any "border" without your permission. Unfortunately, if there is no...

Custody

I am sorry for your loss. It is probably very difficult for your to manage the situation you are in now, but it is very important that you speak...

Unfortunately for you, a change of mind does not equal a change of circumstances. That said, if the current schedule is not serving the child...

In most instances, a new petition will not be required--the original petition may be amended. You will probably be best served by trying to deal...

You have to do everything you can to follow the court order, but you cannot force a 14 yr old. Perhaps you can contact the attorney who...

Do we still need to show up to court or will the hearing be dismissed the case if no show?

Yes, if nobody shows up the petition will be dismissed and a note made to the file. Failure to show is not a a good plan. Better plan is to...

Is it possible to have joint (50/50) custody when I have a stay-away order of protection that doesn't expire for 15 months?

Yes, as long as the child is not included in the OOP, you could possibly succeed with joint custody. Keep in mind, joint custody only works if the...