What would the process be to adopt a family members baby?

You will need to obtain a satisfactory home study and retain the service of an adoption attorney (adoptionattorneys.org) in order to take adoptive...

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Step parent adoption

Good afternoon! Ohio law does allow the adoption by a step-parent of a child in the absence of the consent of a legal parent of the child if...

We want to adopt an adult. Do we need to hire an attorney or can papers be filed by ourselves? We have legal guardianship.

You will need to call the probate court in your county to verify. Many counties allow you to file without representation. However, representation...

Can I get custody or adopt a child that is not mine but I signed the birth certificate knowing he wasn't mine?

I think it would be problematic for you to seek custody, not being the biological father. The Court would likely require a paternity test, which...

Ohio does not allow second parent adoptions at this time. Therefore, in order for someone to adopt your child without terminating YOUR parental...

How can my husband adopt my children?

Ohio law allows for an adoption to be completed in situations without the consent of a biological parent. In your situation, your husband would...

Can you help me fill out adoption paperwork? My husband is trying to adopt my kids.

There are statutory requirements to determining whether an adoption can be granted in your situation. First, you have to know whether the...

Gardianship over my stepson

Unfortunately, you would not have automatic custodial rights in the event of your wife's passing, as even an uninvolved biological father can...

Can I get custody of my 10 year old sister?

Custody is a very complex proceeding in Ohio. You may be able to file for custody, but a non-parent seeking custody against a parent is usually...

Can a foster child be adopted?

Yes. The circumstances vary regarding the timeframe and the likelihood of success. The short answer is yes, a foster child may be adopted by a...