How hard is it and approx. how much would it cost to adopt my adult stepson, whom I have raised since he was 1 years old.

The total cost for an adult stepparent adoption will depend on various factors. Although there may be a wide variation, an average cost is $2500...

I an trying to adopt a child from a friend in Polk County, Florida. How do I obtain a home study?

A home study is required for adoptive parents who are not related to the person being adopted within the third degree of consanguinity. Home...

My husband would liek to adopt my daughter

If you know the location of the father, he must be notified of the adoption - there are very limited exceptions. You should consider consulting...

My cousin and his girlfriend are planning on letting me adopt their newborn baby. They live in PA, I'm in FL. Where do we start?

The first step would be for you to obtain a home study because the adoption of your cousin’s child does not qualify as a relative adoption in...

My husband sn I have been married for 30 years can his 3 children from a previous marria ge take property from our 2 sons

You should consider consulting with an wills and estates’ attorney to determine your best course of action. Inheritance and property rights can be...

Can i be adopted from my uncle ?

If the reason for the adoption relates to moving to this country, you should first consider consulting with an attorney who specializes in...

I am looking for a relative adpotion package on line.

Florida adoption laws have changed almost every year with major changes occurring in 2008 and 2012. There are no complete forms either online, at...

Is there a way to do a pro sa adoption where I can adopt my nieces son.

You cannot complete the adoption of your niece’s child without the assistance of an “adoption entity”. Besides, Florida adoption laws have changed...

How do I go about an adult addoption I'm 22 and I want my Ex step dad to adopt me, Is there a way for that?

Your ex step dad can adopt you without consent from your biological parents. However, Florida law requires that written notice of the final hearing...

No, her consent is not required for an adult adoption. However, Florida law requires that written notice of the final hearing for the adoption be...