Adoption of child with name change, but lawyer entered the name wrong. The order was granted. What can we do?

Your lawyer should file a Motion to Amend the Final Order of Adoption immediately. As long as it is done quickly, it should be accomplished with ease.

6 month wait to file Uncontested Step-parent adoption of foreign step daughter, and my wife is sole parent?

There is no requirement in Virginia to wait six months to file for a step-parent adoption, without consent of the non-legal parent. You may be...

Can my brother( greencard holder) who is my legal guardian since our parents passed away file a greencard application for me??

Adoption could be the route if you are from a country that is not a member of the Hague Convention on International Adoption and if the adoption is...

If his parental rights have been terminated then he does not need to be notified of the adoption. If the case is properly set forth in your...

Where do i begin with custody or terminating parental rights of biological father?

Termination occurs as part of the adoption process. Virginia Judges expect you to be married. Virginia has a law that says if the birth father has...

How would get custody?

Adoption is a legal process and there are specific steps that you are required to take to complete it or you will not become the child's parent and...

How do I adopt my 46 year old stepson?

Since your stepson is an adult, his biological mother does not need to consent or even be notified. If done properly, you should be able to have...

The adoption statutes have a special provision that provides that the Court shall waive the consent of any parent who has not had any contact with...

Does independent adoption cost anything?

As Attorney Hanisco explained, the adoptive parents typically pay for your attorney fees and they are usually able to recoup those funds with the...

Can a non-biological person sign a birth certificate ?

No that would be perjury and put both of you in jeopardy. The correct way is for him to adopt once you are married. Though you should hire an...