How can I relinquish my child’s father rights if he has not seen her in 7 years, but pays child support?

You can petition to terminate his parental rights based upon abandonment or neglect. Terminating parental rights also terminates parental...

Yes. You can petition to adopt either your grandson or his sister, or both. For your grandson, you have three options. 1) Obtain the parents’...

How do I put father's name on a birth certificate?

Your husband will need to file an action to establish paternity.

Attempting to set aside a decree of adoption from seven years ago will be a challenge. You will have the burden of proof. You would have to...

Can someone adopt their grandchild without a attorney ?

The forms and checklists are available on the DSS website. Adoptions are very detail oriented. You should at least pay for a consultation to have...

If the father does not pay any child support or support the child in any way, can you terminate his rights?

You have three options. 1) Obtain the father’s consent; 2) File a stepparent petition and serve the father with notice of the petition. If the...

How can I adopt my grandson who I have had custody of for 4 years?

You can file petitions to terminate parental rights and to adopt your grandson if he has lived with you for two years. Parental rights may be...

You can download the forms and a checklist from the DSS website. For some types of adoptions there are instructions. The details are important. You...

Parental rights ?

If you asked, he might consent. If not, his consent may not be required for your husband to adopt as a stepparent. It depends. More information is...

Can my fiance get in trouble if he's a registered sex offender if me and my daughter decide to move in?

There are many dangers here. You should consult an experienced criminal lawyer. You should also inquire about whether DSS would consider your...