As Attorney McQuesten says, adoption is not a do it yourself project. Since your stepdad would be the one needed to sign the Petition and file the...

Can I adopt children that I am legal guardian of?

You should meet with an experienced adoption attorney and review the facts of your case. Virginia does have a statute that waives the birth parents...

Can my husband be granted legal guardianship as my children's stepfather and only father.

In Virginia, we use the terminology of custody instead of guardianship. Based upon what you have stated, and a few more facts to be determined, it...

What steps should I do when a family would like that I become their Goddaughter ? Also what kind of papers I need to fill in ?

While you could be legally adopted as an adult, my understanding (and I am not an immigration expert) is that it will not give you any significant...

While you should be able to adopt him, that will not confer upon him legal status my US immigration particularly since he is over 16. Please...

Does my daughter's father have parental rights if he didn't sign the birth certificate?

The birth father may still have rights even though he is not on the birth certificate. He would be entitled to notice of the Court proceedings if...

Can a mother file adoption while father is incarcerated and did not let him know?

If the birth mother is placing the child for adoption, she usually is not the person filing but rather the adoptive family. Under the Virginia...

Can my fiancé (non biological father) sign my daughters birth certificate when she's born?

Your fiancé can not just sign the birth certificate, he would have to sign a Paternity Affidavit at the hospital to be added but he can not legally...

In Virginia, the adoption severs all parent-child ties if done correctly. I am an adoption attorney and suggest that you consult with a will and...

How do I go about taking a parents rights away and making someone else the parent?

Please consult with an experienced adoption attorney as your first step. There is a provision under Virginia adoption laws that you may be able to...