If a father has not seen his child or paid child support for several years can the mother’s husband adopt her without permission

You have not provided enough information for us to know whether his consent is required. Obtaining his consent is the easiest way. The next...

Can I make father of my kids sign his rights over?

His rights may be subject to termination for neglect and / or abandonment. Abandonment is when a parent willfully fails to provide support and...

Where can I get help as a grandmother to adopt my grandson who I have full custody of?

The process is detailed. It will require a fair amount of work to do properly. You will be required to search the public records and attempt to...

Will I be able to take the non biological father off for Free add the biological father

The biological father will have to file a claim for paternity or to legitimate. Your boyfriend will have to receive notice. A paternity test will...

Can I adopt my granddaughter without a attorney?

Contact your local Clerk of Court. Sometimes they will have self-help packages for relative adoptions. Otherwise, you should consult a family...

What should I do?

He pays child support and visits. Abandonment generally requires evidence that the parent has done nothing during the preceding six months. It is...

As a aunt what rites do I have to my nieces and nephews after the parental rites of their parents are taking away?

DSS is required to consider a child’s relatives as potential placement resources. DSS and ultimately the court has a duty to determine whether a...

Does a biological father have rights to a child born within a marriage to another man?

I am going to assume that you meant “paternity has not been established.” Your husband is the presumed father. The presumption can be overcome by...

If my twins father is not on their birth certificate can I change their last name without his consent in NC?

You may be able to change their names, but you should also consider having your spouse adopt them as a stepparent. If the children have been...

Yes, he can file an action to establish paternity and seek visitation. He can also file a claim to legitimate the child. He can file those claims...