Need to know if I have any rights to this child that is not my legal granddaughter

If CYS is taking custody, they must look for kinship placements. Depending on the contacts you have had with the child, you may qualify for this.

How do I terminate guardianship of my 16 year old niece?

You will petition the court to remove the current guardian and appoint you instead. Consult with a lawyer re: where to file and to discuss the...

I have full custody of my son his father has not seen or talked to him in 8 years can I file for abandonment? And how do I do it

Adoption requires termination of the birth father's rights. The birth father can relinquish voluntary. If he does not, you will petition the...

You should be able to enroll him in school based on the fact that you are assuming responsibility for him - there is a form to sign under which you...

Will one adoption affect another?

It should not reflect on your potential adoption. If his rights had been involuntarily terminated, that would be an issue for the court in...

In Pennsylvania, can rehab records be granted during a custody case. Mother was recently in rehab. Does hippa apply first.?

The privacy of each parent's medical records is retained in the course of a custody dispute. Each parent can assert their right to protect the...

Looking for free form for adopting an adult in Pa, also, how do I file them?

Here is the free information available from the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas. For any additional questions, you should consult with an...

How do I get guardianship to my 6 month old niece?

You should consult with a lawyer about a guardianship petition. The petition may need to be filed in Wisconsin, but details of the current...

The current custody order remains in effect unless/until a new one is issued. I do not recommend reducing your periods of custody in return for a...

Power of attorney

If your husband remains alert and competent to make decisions, he remains in charge of medical decision making. If he has not already prepared a...