I want to adopt my step daughter. Do I need both biological parents to sign off on it?

If her biological father has never been in the picture and has had no contact you won't need his consent and he won't be in a position to object. ...

How long do i have to wait before i can get a divorce?

You can file right away. Speak to a matrimonial or family law attorney in your area.

Can I lose our property & monies if one of us had to go into assisted living?

Quite possibly, yes. This can be a complex topic and you really need to set up a consultation with an attorney who practices in this field.

Can my half siblings exclude me from our fathers estate because I was adopted / statute of limitations on my claim ?

You're as much a child of your father as your siblings are. Legally an adopted child is the equivalent of a biological child. You should check...

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Governing Law of Prenuptial Agreement

It can be correct - if you agree that NJ would be the governing law. Choice of law provisions are generally valid. Any issue touched upon by the...

Cab my husband sign a quick claim deed to get his name off the deed if there is still a mortgage in both names?

Typically in a divorce context the house is sold or refinanced to remove a spouse's name from a mortgage and deed. A simple quitclaim violates the...

Is there any reason a judge may not grant the non-custodial parent an entire month long visit during the summer?

There's lots of reason, but it depends on the facts of the specific case. I'd recommend speaking to an attorney about his "crazy lifestyle."

How do I get justice for my son if his father refuses a polygraph test after agreeing to one?

You need to go to the police. A polygraph isn't going to help your son since they're inadmissible.

Can a step parent be included in a custody agreement if one bio parent does not agree?

No; legally you're a stranger to the child and have no rights to custody or visitation. Why would you need to be in the agreement anyway if your...

He should hire an attorney as soon as possible and follow that attorney's advice. He should not speak to the police without an attorney present.