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What is the process for my husband and I to begin the legal adoption of my daughter, who has no biological birth father?
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Answered on June 16, 2017
Consult with an attorney to determine the process you must follow - it sounds like there are background details that will affect how to address the...
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How can I force mom into court to take her kids back?
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Answered on June 12, 2017
You can't force her to take custody. Consider, if you have not already, community support services. If you are truly no longer willing or able to...
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Why would CPS come to my home if I'm the one who made a report?
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Answered on June 12, 2017
CYS has broad investigative authority. A visit to all residences is within normal practice.
If a foster care child turns 18 in the middle of high school, are their any legal roadblocks stopping them from leaving?
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Answered on June 12, 2017
Many things can affect the answer to this question besides just the student's age. The student can consult with the GAL and/or another trusted...
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I was not married when i had my dayghter in 2012 paternity was never established and there is no name on the birth certificate.?
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Answered on June 09, 2017
You will file a petition to terminate rights and your husband will file a petition to adopt. You will need to prove efforts to notify the birth...
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My husband consulted with my ex's custody attorney on post-nup advice, custody advice, and also legal adoption advice?
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Answered on May 31, 2017
The attorney cannot disclose the information shared by your husband.
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How to get legal custody of child?
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Answered on May 26, 2017
You can petition the court to have your custody of the child confirmed. You will need to provide notice to the birth parents.
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Can a biological father fight in court the already stablished paternity of another man?
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Answered on May 15, 2017
If you know who the biological father is, you cannot and should not try to circumvent them. Acknowledging paternity is not the same as...
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How can I terminate my rights to a child that I just found out about after 3 years. They are 3 years old
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Answered on May 10, 2017
I agree with the previous answers; the support obligation is not tied to whether you exercise custody. It sounds, however, like you did not know...
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My 13 year old grandson wants to live with me. He now lives with his other grandmother. His mother is deceased.
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Answered on May 10, 2017
You may have standing if your previous contacts with the child meet certain criteria. You should discuss these details with a lawyer offline.
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