Am a single mother and my daughter is 2 years old, I want to go visit my family out of the country.

If you are were not married and the child's biological father has not pursued a paternity action in order for him to be deemed the child's legal...

Regardless of your status as a Medicaid recipient, it is the children's right to receive child support from their father, you do not have the...

What is the time frame for abandonment in Florida?

The term abandonment is used in the context of a step parent adoption. There is no action in Florida wherein one parent can file an action ...

Rights ?

The prior attorney's answer is correct. If you and your current husband file for him to adopt your son, your ex-spouse can consent to a step...

If you are intending to adopt an infant that is not related to you with the third degree, you must hire an attorney to assist you--there is no way...

What can we do to ensure the placement of the unborn baby?

DCF placing a child with you through the foster care system is up to them---whether the birth mom signs a power of attorney or not. If the...

Can I leave the state with my daughter and not tell her biological father, he is not on the birth certificate? Florida

If all he was ordered to do was pay child support and he was not found to the "legal" father pursuant to a Final Judgment of Paternity which...

What documents do I need to adopt an 18 year old?

As indicated by the previous answer, now that the 18 year old has reached majority (adulthood) you may proceed with an adult adoption. The...

How can my husband adopt my daughter without involving biological dad?

He must consent or be served with your Petition for Step parent adoption. If he defaults after proper service you can proceed to judgment— if he...

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I suggest that you seek out the most experienced attorney in your area who does adoptions and who is familiar with DCF— after researching on...