I would like my fiance To adopt my son but he has a violent criminal record with a Predatory Offense (non sexual)

All states have what are called barrier crimes which specify which crimes are automatically disqualifying factors. Those are based on very specific...

Adoption of a step child

You should consult with an adoption attorney in Indiana to see what rights to notice and consent, if any, he has in your state. If paternity has...

If my son's father never signed the birth certificate almost 7 yrs ago does he have any rights to my son he hasn't been around

Most states recognize that a child has a father even if not on the birth certificate. For adoption, he may be considered in a class with less...

At least you should be able to proceed with an adoption, Some states allow non-married couple to adopt and other states do not. You will need to...

Private adoption of a sibling group...

Your situation is what we call a private adoption meaning the birth parents are placing directly with you. It should not be a difficult process but...

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How to go about adoption?

This is what we call a private adoption. You should find an knowledgeable adoption attorney that regularly does this type of adoption since it is a...

Should I file for child custody or proceed with a step parent adoption?

I would recommend you consult with an experienced adoption attorney to determine if you can meet your state's statutory requirements. You may find...

Can i adopt my stepson even if i'm not married to his mother, and don't plan on getting married?

Adoption is a legal procedure meaning that everyone must follow your state's statutes. Some states allow non-married couples to adopt and others do...

Can and how do I change my daughters birth certificate? Biological father not listed and he is now deceased.

Since the biological father is deceased, you are going to have to see if there is an alternative way to establish paternity. Most states have a set...

Adoption

It should be a fairly routine adoption proceeding. Find an experienced adoption attorney to handle your case.