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Hello I was wondering what I would have to do to adopt my boyfriends 2 daughters? They both lost their mothers

Rebecca's answer | Answered on October 17, 2014

You should contact an attorney to help you with the court process, and for advice on whether not being married will affect the outcome.

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What are the chances that my husband will be able to adopt her and how do I start that process?

Rebecca's answer | Answered on October 10, 2014

You will need to terminate the biological parent's rights and have your husband petition to adopt. These two actions can be pending simultaneously.

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My friend is having a baby . She wants me and my husband to take the baby , We are willing to raise the baby but none of us want

Rebecca's answer | Answered on October 07, 2014

You should contact an attorney to assist in drafting documents to ensure that your intention moves forward smoothly. Note that either birth parent...

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How can I revoke medical and financial power of attorney for person diagnosed with dementia?

Rebecca's answer | Answered on October 06, 2014

If the individual is now incompetent, the POA cannot be revoked. If you are not the person named as the attorney in fact and believe that person...

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The father of my kids was recently married and I've received a call from her saying that she is going to try to adopt my kids.

Rebecca's answer | Answered on October 06, 2014

If you receive legal documents, have them immediately reviewed by an attorney. In addition, it sounds like you might need assistance to...

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If I legally adopt my step son will he be counted as a dependent and will it lower my existing child support.

Rebecca's answer | Answered on September 23, 2014

The addition of a child for which you are responsible (by birth or adoption) is a change of circumstances that may affect your support obligation. ...

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Should I give Power of Attorney to a lawyer for a com. case???

Rebecca's answer | Answered on September 10, 2014

It is not usual for an attorney to require a client to grant a power of attorney to handle a case. By retaining the attorney you are inherently...

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Do I need an adoption attorney?

Rebecca's answer | Answered on September 09, 2014

If you were married at the time of the child's birth, your husband is the presumptive father. Ordinarily, no court involvement would be needed to...

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Have had custody of my niece for 3.5 years what are my chances of legally adopting parents are both incarcerated for a year

Rebecca's answer | Answered on September 05, 2014

You will need to petition to terminate rights, and can simultaneously file a petition for adoption.

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Can my son request to be adopted?

Rebecca's answer | Answered on September 05, 2014

The adults will take the following steps: you will petition to terminate biological father's rights; your new husband (I agree, wait until you are...

Rebecca A. Young's Answers (524)

Hello I was wondering what I would have to do to adopt my boyfriends 2 daughters? They both lost their mothers

What are the chances that my husband will be able to adopt her and how do I start that process?

My friend is having a baby . She wants me and my husband to take the baby , We are willing to raise the baby but none of us want

How can I revoke medical and financial power of attorney for person diagnosed with dementia?

The father of my kids was recently married and I've received a call from her saying that she is going to try to adopt my kids.

If I legally adopt my step son will he be counted as a dependent and will it lower my existing child support.

Should I give Power of Attorney to a lawyer for a com. case???

Do I need an adoption attorney?

Have had custody of my niece for 3.5 years what are my chances of legally adopting parents are both incarcerated for a year

Can my son request to be adopted?