The child (who is a child until she is 19 years of age) cannot decide.

You can surprise him by giving him a card saying you will pay for the adoption, or by handing unsigned documents to him, but you can't give him...

This is all going to turn on what you and he agreed to when he was hired to pour the slab. What do you have to show that the slab would be poured...

THis is tricky, I agree that Louisiana law is invoked. We have a Louisiana lawyer in house here who would be able to help untangle this....

How does step-parent adoption work?

YOu have to be married and the child living with you for a year. Otherwise, the process is very straight forward. You publish to the unknown father...

What can I do as far as gaining custody of my step children. I have raised both children. My wife left me with both girls.

Your attorney will file an appropriate action in the Court. For any child of which you are the father (That is, any child who was born during your...

What can be done?

I am assuming no one has ever gone to the trouble of getting married. If not, then the Court can entertain a petition from the person who "says its...

Can I terminate my ex husbands parental rights? He hasn’t seen the kids in almost a year. My husband wants to adopt them.

It is difficult, but not impossible. You should find an attorney in your area who is familiar with your juvenile Court. Terminating on facts like...

Can i use my second last name as my baby’s first last name?

You can name your baby with a hyphenated last name if you want to.

HOW DOES ADOPTION WORK IF THE PARENTS WANT TO SIGN OVER THIER RIGHTS TO A BABY??

You need an attorney. An adoption is complicated and must be done perfectly. Don't attempt to do this by yourself.