Questions answered by Stanton E Phillips

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My husband and I want to adopt a 5yr old child but resides in the Dominican Republic. Her parents are willing and able.

Stanton's answer | Answered on October 02, 2015

Adoption between the United States and the Dominican Republic is governed by the Hague Adoption Convention. Therefore to adopt from the Dominican...

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Where do I or whom do I contact to update my address telephone and etc that has changed since I signed open adoption papers

Stanton's answer | Answered on October 02, 2015

There should have been an attorney and an adoption agency involved and either of them should be able to give you directions.

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Bio father not listed on birth cert, has not met his 12y.o. child, can I adopt my stepson w/o his permission? Is it expensive?

Stanton's answer | Answered on October 02, 2015

Consult with an attorney whoknows adoption law. I believeTexas has a statute that if the biological father does not have contact with the child for...

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My brother and his ex-wife have 2 kids. They are divorced right now and she is remarried. Can her new husband adopt them legally

Stanton's answer | Answered on October 02, 2015

Attorney Scott Scholl is correct. Your brother really needs to act very quickly to protect his rights. He needs to find an attorney that knows your...

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Can I apply concurrent I130/I485 for my adopted child?

Stanton's answer | Answered on October 02, 2015

You should find an attorney who does both immigration law and adoption to assist with the I-130. A top one in your area is www.lawadoption.com ...

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How can I have rights taken away from my child's biological father so my husband can adopt her?

Stanton's answer | Answered on October 01, 2015

There is an excellent adoption attorneys in Greenville and I would suggest you talk with him. Raymond W. Godwin 864-241-2883 , ...

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How do i modify a birth certificate to add child's father without going to court

Stanton's answer | Answered on October 01, 2015

Your husband should not have to adopt since he is the biological father. If your divorce decree says your ex- is not the father, you may be able...

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Do I need a lawyer for an adoption

Stanton's answer | Answered on October 01, 2015

You should be able to adopt this boy. Adoption is a legal process and you will need an attorney experienced in adoption law to guide you through...

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Can I get parental rights from my oldest son's father?

Stanton's answer | Answered on September 30, 2015

Most states have a procedure to dispense with a birth father's rights if he does not support or visit the child. There is an excellent adoption...

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Can I adopt my Goddaughter?

Stanton's answer | Answered on September 30, 2015

I would recommend that you contact adoption attorney Melody Brooks Royall, 713-462-6500, [email protected] website:...

Stanton E Phillips's Answers (991)

My husband and I want to adopt a 5yr old child but resides in the Dominican Republic. Her parents are willing and able.

Where do I or whom do I contact to update my address telephone and etc that has changed since I signed open adoption papers

Bio father not listed on birth cert, has not met his 12y.o. child, can I adopt my stepson w/o his permission? Is it expensive?

My brother and his ex-wife have 2 kids. They are divorced right now and she is remarried. Can her new husband adopt them legally

Can I apply concurrent I130/I485 for my adopted child?

How can I have rights taken away from my child's biological father so my husband can adopt her?

How do i modify a birth certificate to add child's father without going to court

Do I need a lawyer for an adoption

Can I get parental rights from my oldest son's father?

Can I adopt my Goddaughter?