How do I reverse my adoption of a step child ?

The previous attorney is correct. What I can add to her answer is that there is only a six-month statute of limitations on adoptions, and that...

DFACS doesn’t come to your door unless someone made a complaint of child neglect or abuse. You should definitely cooperate with them and let them...

I want to adopt my Grandchild that I have custody of.

Yes, you would be able to do a "relative adoption" as the child's grandparent. The process should take less than 90 days to complete, especially...

Yes, you would still need to legitimize. Being on the birth certificate simply confirms that you are the child's biological father and are...

When you become a permanent guardian over a minor child, do you have to be a conservator.

Not necessarily. As the child’s guardian, you can represent him and apply for government benefits as necessary.

An Order of Custody does not create a parent-child relationship, as does an adoption decree. A custodian or guardian has the right and...

Georgia law allows you to adopt your partner’s daughter in an “adult adoption.” Because she is 19 years of age, you can adopt her with her consent...

Can I gain custody of my daughter if her mom is in jail and I'm the biological father thru DNA but not legitimized yet?

You need to file a petition to legitimize the child. Contact a family attorney in your county for help. You could also ask the superior Clerk’s...

Can we adopt our granddaughter without the exspense of lawyers I have full permnant custody?

There are no do-it-yourself forms to complete an adoption process and they are complex issues as the birth parents’ rights must be terminated even...

The biological father should file a Petition to Legitimate the child in the county of your residence. As part of the process, the court will order...