I want to adopt my great nephew but if I can find the parents I know they won't sign for me to adopt what can I do

There are several ways for you to proceed. However you definately need the assistance of a good adoption or family law attorney in Ohio. You could...

What documents do I need to adopt my Step-son? (His Biological Father passed away in another country)

You must have the consent of your wife, which sounds like you do and proof of his death. Of course a death certificate is the best. However, an...

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What the other attorneys have advised you is the black letter law - the law that is in the books. However, there is some interesting case law in...

How To Adopt A Baby Boy That Was Given To Me By The Mother At Discharge?

You have a mess and it really needs to be cleaned up. The truth always comes out regardless of the circumstances. Secrets never stay secret---...

Questions regarding LPR couple planning to adopt a baby from their home country, India.

1. Yes, you can adopt. However, you will not be able to get the child a visa to enter the US, A possibility, if you do not want to wait. Go to...

Most likely, not. There is a background check - criminal history and abuse registries. If your history comes up, which it will, the court will...

Will I lose my green card?

You should seek the advice of an immigration attorney immediately. You have a good clue as to what is coming down the pike - best to start...

What name should go on the deferred action applications?

You do not have a file with USCIS at this time. Therefore you don't have the names in sync. However, there is a place to write all other names you...

If I file the I-130 Petition for my sister in Jamaica who has 5 children what happens in 10 years

When her visa is ripe- approximately 10 years from now, only the children who are under 21 will ride on her visa. You file ONE I-130, the children...

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Your question is really an immigration question - an attorney who handles domestication of a final decree of adoption is not going to be able to...