Is it possibel to become a foster parent while my VAWA is still pending?

The answer to your question is based on the law and policy in the State of Texas. Most states want to know that you have stability. With a VAWA...

My sister is making dumb choices with my child whom I gave up to her to adopt can i legally get him back?

I agree with my colleague. I recommend that you immediately get a certified copy of your child's birth certificate. With that in hand, you...

How can my husband gain parental rights to his non biological daughter?

Because adoptions are created by laws, you cannot avoid legal proceedings. The law will termiante the rights of the biological father (he can...

Can I adopt 2 kids that have been in my custody for the past 2 years?

You are definately in a good position to adopt the children. However, you need to speak with an attorney in Virginia. Every adoption has two...

I am the legal guardian of my nephew and was wondering what the price would be to adopt him

mother has no rights, there is no birth father in the picture--- you only need the consent of DHS. I highly recommend that you seek the advice of...

How to adopt my two step daughters

Every adoption has two parts: terminating the rights of someone and bring to life the rights of another. Additionally, every state has its own...

I want to legally adopt my step-son. The father is in another country, but the paternal grandparents have visitation rights.

You are correct- you do have a complicated case. The court has the ability to terminate the rights of the biological father. However, it is...

As an adoptive mother and an adoption attorney for 28 years, I am so sorry that you went through such a terrible orderal. There are many issues...

How do I go about adopting a friend's 12 year old son that never had a father?

Some states require you to be married to the child's mother in order to adopt her child. This is an issue of state law. You should seek the...

Can I adopt a child when I turn 18 and get married?

Congratulations on getting married and having savings. Adoption laws and regulations are governed by state law. An attorney in the state where you...