Questions answered by Lawrence John Gibney Jr.

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Is personal service required for petition to modify child support?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on August 04, 2016

I agree with the prior answer that personal service is required. The Judge needs to know that you have received notice of whatever has been filed...

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Under what circumstances will the court annul an adoption?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 28, 2016

In order to set aside an adoption you must look to the State law that controls an adoption and every State has their own Statute. In Florida (and...

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What papers do I need to have filed for my wife to adopt my almost 7 yr old daughter

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 27, 2016

Because every State has different requirements for an adoption it is imperative that you seek the advice of an attorney in Nebraska. You say that...

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Adoption

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 27, 2016

I agree with the prior answer in that your goal is probably unrealistic. Although the father is willing to consent the person who wants to adopt...

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When someone adopts an adult is it considered an open or closed adoption?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 26, 2016

Since you live in Virginia, the answer is best handled by a Virginia attorney. Every State has their own requirement. Best of luck to you.

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If my parental right were terminated and the foster parents adopted my daughter, can I pay a lawyer to get her back

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 26, 2016

If the child has been adopted you have no legal rights to the child. The only way to get your daughter back is if the adoptive parents are willing...

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Does the state of Maryland take in consideration the expenses of the non custodial parents to determine child support amount?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 24, 2016

I am not sure how Maryland treats these issues but if there is a valid Florida Court Order the Maryland court is likely to honor that Order. Best...

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Do I have enough to prove abandonment in the State of Florida to adopt my step-daughter?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 24, 2016

At the outset you say this is your step-daughter. Are you even able to adopt the child? Did you adopt her and where is the father of this child? ...

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Could my husband adopt my son? And the chances of it happening

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 20, 2016

Because the father of the child still has a connection to the child (even if it is less than desirable) there is no chance of the Judge terminating...

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Will Past Crimes Prevent me from Adopting My Stepchildren in California

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 19, 2016

Because every State has their own view of this issue you will need to contact a California attorney to assist you and advise you. As a general...

Lawrence John Gibney Jr.'s Answers (1262)

Is personal service required for petition to modify child support?

Under what circumstances will the court annul an adoption?

What papers do I need to have filed for my wife to adopt my almost 7 yr old daughter

Adoption

When someone adopts an adult is it considered an open or closed adoption?

If my parental right were terminated and the foster parents adopted my daughter, can I pay a lawyer to get her back

Does the state of Maryland take in consideration the expenses of the non custodial parents to determine child support amount?

Do I have enough to prove abandonment in the State of Florida to adopt my step-daughter?

Could my husband adopt my son? And the chances of it happening

Will Past Crimes Prevent me from Adopting My Stepchildren in California