Questions answered by Lawrence John Gibney Jr.

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A friend and her spouse are wanting to have a child for my husband and I, what is the best route to take?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 24, 2013

You need to consult an experienced South Carolina attorney to discuss the possible adoption of the child or a surrogacy arrangement with the other...

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If an adult adoptee is wanting to be re-adopted by another person is that legal?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

I echo the sentiments of the others who have answered this question by first saying that I am sorry for your tragic experience. I can only speak...

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I want to adopt my wife's daughter. What do I have to do to make sure the biological father can't overturn in the future?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

I agree with the prior answer. If you obtain his consent, he cannot come back later. Every State has different requirements regarding the...

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I want to adopt my stepdaughter. Her father will not consent, I want to terminate his parental rights and gain full custody.

Lawrence's answer | Answered on June 02, 2013

The prior answer is correct. The question is whether anyone has been recognized as the father of the child either through a judicial process...

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Step-Parent Adoption: Can It Occur If the Biological Parent Contests?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on June 02, 2013

You need to discuss the situation with an experienced adoption attorney. From the prior answers it sounds like Washington law is similar to...

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My ex does not have any contact with our daughter. My husband now (who is daddy to her) want to adopt her.

Lawrence's answer | Answered on June 02, 2013

I would definitely retain an attorney and have the attorney approach him about his consent to an adoption. Since it does not sound like he wants...

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I have adopted my l6 year old grandson. His mother passed away 6 years ago. We sued the company and the children got 48,000 each

Lawrence's answer | Answered on May 26, 2013

I am assuming that you are the guardian of this child and accordingly need to account for any money that has been spent on behalf of the guardian. ...

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How do I adopt a child, who's parents are wanting to sign over to me?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on May 26, 2013

There are very specific steps to insure that an adoption is done correctly and these steps must be followed. You will need to obtain the consent...

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What do i do if the adoption agency lost the consent to contact form that my biological mother signed?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on May 26, 2013

I would probably contact the Adoption Registry in Georgia and ask them if the contact information is available through them. That type of form is...

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As an unmarried stepfather do I have any rights to the child

Lawrence's answer | Answered on May 26, 2013

If you are not married to the mother you are not the stepfather and therefore have no rights. I would certainly consult with an attorney to assist...

Lawrence John Gibney Jr.'s Answers (1262)

A friend and her spouse are wanting to have a child for my husband and I, what is the best route to take?

If an adult adoptee is wanting to be re-adopted by another person is that legal?

I want to adopt my wife's daughter. What do I have to do to make sure the biological father can't overturn in the future?

I want to adopt my stepdaughter. Her father will not consent, I want to terminate his parental rights and gain full custody.

Step-Parent Adoption: Can It Occur If the Biological Parent Contests?

My ex does not have any contact with our daughter. My husband now (who is daddy to her) want to adopt her.

I have adopted my l6 year old grandson. His mother passed away 6 years ago. We sued the company and the children got 48,000 each

How do I adopt a child, who's parents are wanting to sign over to me?

What do i do if the adoption agency lost the consent to contact form that my biological mother signed?

As an unmarried stepfather do I have any rights to the child