What is the procedure to let my husband adopt my 5yr old son?
It is quite possible that your husband could complete a stepparent adoption of your son. The biological father needs to be notified of the...
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It is quite possible that your husband could complete a stepparent adoption of your son. The biological father needs to be notified of the...
While you may no longer be living with your spouse, you are still considered married under the law. Georgia's adoption code says that all married...
Assuming you didn't marry your wife until after the baby is born, then yes, you can adopt your daughter in an "adult adoption." It is not a...
Sorry, no. If the stepfather has never adopted the child, then he is not obligated to pay child support. However, you could attempt to get child...
Regrettably, we cannot post fees on AVVO. The good news is that adult adoptions are one of the simplest types of adoptions to complete, so you...
The previous attorney is exactly correct. The judge isn't going to care if you own a home, but you must be financial able to support the child,...
Your husband can petition the court for stepparent adoption. You will definitely need an attorney to handle this, as there are no simple "do it...
Glen's answer is absolutely correct: the court requires that married people file jointly for adoption. I did want to add, however, that at the...
Because Avvo won't allow us to discuss fees, you simply need to contact me by email and I'd be glad to provide you with my fees!
The previous lawyer's answer is correct, but let me add a few things.... I think it is wonderful that you want to make this a surprise for your...