Can i file abandonment on my ex he hasnt talked to our kids in year and half and no money 9 months?

Your husband can certainly file a petition for a stepparent adoption. As part of that process, the biological father will e served with notice of...

Guardianship VS Adoption of Stepchild?

Adoption is the correct path because it is a full and final creation of a parent-child relationship between you and your stepdaughter that could...

In the state of Georgia can I terminate the father of my child rights due to the unstable behavior of his spouse?

This is not an adoption issue so I have changed the category to “child custody.” You cannot simply terminate a father’s rights, unless you plan to...

How much does it cost to go through termination of parental rights?

You cannot simply terminate your rights to a child unless there is an adoptive parent who is petitioning the court to take your place. So, for...

How do I go about having my son adopted by my husband who is not his biological father?

The simplest process would be to wait until your son is 18 and complete an adult adoption. There is somewhat less paperwork involved in an adult...

How do you change the last name of your child when you are the child's only legal parent?

The best thing you can do to give your child stability is for your husband to complete a stepparent adoption. This creates a parent-child...

Well, yes, of course! A biological father has the legal obligation to provide financial support to their child FROM THE MOMENT OF CONCEPTION. ...

Can a father get rights if he has a child with a woman who is still married if the husband doesnt give rights up?

Well, yes, of course. A biological father may file a Petition to Legitimate their genetic child. As part of that process, a DNA test will be...

Absolutely not! You really need to call an adoption attorney. We can explain the adoption process to you and give a realistic estimate of the...

What do I need to do to adopt my friend's unborn baby. She don't want the baby and she don't know who the father is. What can I

The very first place to start is to talk with an experienced adoption attorney. As much as you might want to “do-it-yourself,” there is really no...