I am sick and want my aunt to have guardianship of my 5 year old daughter.
You can designate your aunt as a guardian, but she may need to take that document to custody court to enforce it as against the child's father. I...
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You can designate your aunt as a guardian, but she may need to take that document to custody court to enforce it as against the child's father. I...
If they pursue a step parent adoption, you will receive legal notices and have an opportunity to address the court to say why termination of your...
If you signed a Post Adoption Contact Agreement, then you can petition to enforce the agreement. Without such an agreement, the adoptive parents...
You will need to either obtain the birth father's agreement, or an order terminating his parental rights in order for your husband to adopt. The...
You do not have any specific rights but could petition to obtain guardianship. You should consult with an attorney to discuss the situation and...
Although the law allows anyone to adopt, it is not likely that it contemplates adoption of a minor by a minor. Further, remember that adoption...
PA law includes a provision for enforceable agreements for post-adoption contact; however, these agreements should never be used to...
The answer will depend on many factors including where the child's mother is, what the guardianship and paternity papers are, and the nature of...
To ensure that you and the child are both protected, and that everyone's intentions are honored, you should contact an attorney discuss the current...
He has the right to seek custody - whether it would be granted depends on circumstances such as you have listed here. I believe you had posted...