I was abandoned by my birth mother. Adopted mother has no legal paperwork on my adoption. How can I identify my birth mother?

Check to see if the state in which your adoption was complete has an Adoption Reunion Registry. You can use those services to get started.

Can I do a step parent adoption before the baby is born?

I wouldn't worry about being on his birth certificate when he is born. Assuming your adoption is successful after the birth, a new birth...

I am not sure who the poster is in this situation -- mom, one of the dads, or a relative. However, I can explain what I have to done to rectify...

If my husband adopts my daughter does her bio father that has no rights stop paying child support?

I agree with the answers posted above. Check with your child support agent as well. It is my understanding that DCSS will continue enforcing the...

My son biological father pass away 2years ago, my boyfriend wants to adopted my son. Is this possible?

I would also encourage you to think about the financial issues related to the adoption. If you meet with an attorney in your state, he or she may...

Petition for name change or adoption?

I agree with the prior answers. You could save a lot of money in attorney fees and would provide more legal security for your daughter by simply...

Interstate Compact

I agree. It doesn't apply. If you have more questions about your situation, we do free consultations on adoptions in your county.

In the situation you are describing, your husband may be able to go ahead and file the adoption petition and the biological father's rights would...

Houston county step parent adoption

Based on these facts, you would probably be wise to go ahead yourself and petition the juvenile court to terminate the biological father's rights....

My daughters father was terminated , how do I change her name?

If you are not financially able to do an adoption at this time, I would suggest that you contact the Georgia Legal Services office closest to your...