Questions answered by Lawrence John Gibney Jr.

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I have not been allowed to speak to my children since 5/14/12. Can I temp. hold my support payments till I speak to them again?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on January 23, 2013

I agree with the previous answers but would only add that it is important to have as much documentation as possible so that you can demonstrate...

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My step dad adopted me 12 years ago and i wanna go live with my real dad now, im 35 days away from being 18

Lawrence's answer | Answered on January 23, 2013

I agree that it would be a lot easier if you just wait the 35 days.

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What steps do i take to have my husband adopt my son and what requirements are there?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on January 23, 2013

Your question does not state that the father has not been around but that is what I am assuming. You will need to file the appropriate paperwork...

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Will I still be required to pay child support once my child's adoption is finalized?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on January 23, 2013

Once the adoption is final you will no longer owe child support into the future. However, you will still owe any past due child support.

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What steps need to be taken for my husband to adopt my daughter?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on January 23, 2013

Every State has different requirements but generally you must terminate the parental rights of the father. In your situation this is typically...

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Can social security be your way of supporting yourself if you get emancipated?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on January 23, 2013

The benefit should be going to your guardian for your support. I agree with my colleagues. Best of luck to you in what can only be described as a...

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Can legal aid help Joe(my boyfriend) get his payee for ssd switched to a professional?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on January 23, 2013

I would definitely contact legal aid for their guidance but eventually the Social Security Administration will need to approve the change. Legal...

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My grandson lives in washington state and I live in California. He is in foster care is there any way that i could get custody o

Lawrence's answer | Answered on January 23, 2013

I would contact the case worker who is oversseing this case and find out what steps would be needed to express an interest in this child. Every...

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How would my fiance go about adopting my son from my previous relationship?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on January 22, 2013

If you are not married to him it will require a Home Study and these typically cost around $1,500. If you are married no Home Study is required. ...

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Cancer since 2007, currently going thru 4th round of chemo, husband on unemployment, I can only work 3 weeks a month.

Lawrence's answer | Answered on January 22, 2013

You are in a most difficult spot. The first inquiry that Social Security will make is to determine whether or not you are working - they will look...

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I have not been allowed to speak to my children since 5/14/12. Can I temp. hold my support payments till I speak to them again?

My step dad adopted me 12 years ago and i wanna go live with my real dad now, im 35 days away from being 18

What steps do i take to have my husband adopt my son and what requirements are there?

Will I still be required to pay child support once my child's adoption is finalized?

What steps need to be taken for my husband to adopt my daughter?

Can social security be your way of supporting yourself if you get emancipated?

Can legal aid help Joe(my boyfriend) get his payee for ssd switched to a professional?

My grandson lives in washington state and I live in California. He is in foster care is there any way that i could get custody o

How would my fiance go about adopting my son from my previous relationship?

Cancer since 2007, currently going thru 4th round of chemo, husband on unemployment, I can only work 3 weeks a month.