What is the process for adopting an adult?

The person or persons who want to adopt the adult would file a petition indicating that is their desire. The adult would file the appropriate...

Can a 3 1/2 years Autistic boy receive SSDI?

There are two basic kinds of monetary benefits for persons who apply for disability benefits: SSDI or Title II and SSI or Title XVI benefits. A...

My ex wife's husband adopted my kids without my consent.. How can I appeal this? What is time frame to appeal?

You need to contact an attorney ASAP. In an adoption there must be some steps taken to notify you. I would contact an attorney to review all the...

Can I return my daughter's mothers parental rights terminated of she hasnt seen her in a year and didnt exercise her visitation

If your wife is willing to adopt the child, I would talk to the mother about consenting to the adoption. It is always easier to do it this way. I...

Can the order of termination of parental rights be reversed?

Here is what the Judge will be asking. If the mother initiated the termination proceedings, why does she want to now reverse her position? How...

No contact or visitation from father in over 18 months, can I have him released of his rights? step father willing to adopt.

Every State has different requirements for an adoption but I will give you the general answers for Florida. Florida would require a Home Study...

I am going to assume that although she signed the paper giving you temporary guardianship that no case was ever filed in the Superior Court so you...

My Daughter stepdad wants to adopt her.

I agree with the prior answers that an adoption and a name change are two different legal proceedings. You really do need a lawyer to help you. ...

My sister-in-law wants me and my husband to adopt her unborn child. Do we have to use a lawyer?

I appreciate the fact that you do not want to spend money on a lawyer. Let's face it, who does? I don't really like spending money on my mechanic...

How do I go about full visitation and what would I need prove he's unfit to be around my daughter?

You need to consult with a family law attorney about your options and do that sooner rather than later. Best of luck to you.