No, one biological parent is not allowed to terminated the parental rights of another biological parent for abandonment for failure to pay child...

If you have a friend that is pregnant and is not wanting the baby could she sign rights over to you?

I would advise contacting an adoption attorney. In order to adopt, both the birth mother and birth father's rights need to be addressed. If...

I have someone to adopt my son but my question is when I sign my rights over to this person will the child support stop?

In TN, the man will need to be married to the mother to adopt your child. If this is the case and you want to consent to the adoption, your child...

How to go about my sons dad adopting my daughter ?

If you want the father of your son to adopt your daughter, you will need to be married. If you are married, you may have legal grounds to pursue...

I have an 8 year old and 7 year old I would like for my husband to adopt.

I would also suggest you find an attorney in the county in which you reside. It is helpful to reduce costs when utilizing a local attorney familiar...

Can i refuse dna test to be done with my adopted son. Adoption final may of this year.

No, you do not have to agree. This person would have to file legal action and serve you to appear before Court to seek relief to which he may not...

Can my boyfriend adopt my four month old son?

Yes, you will need to be married, then you can begin the process to terminate the rights of the birth father if you have a legal basis. As an...

Can my child contact me after I signed my rights away and a no contact order so I could keep my other child.

Yes as stated by the prior attorney, you should seek immediate legal counsel as to rights, responsibilities, & liabilities. As an experienced...

What can I do the mom don’t want to go to court

In TN there is a power of attorney for minor child form that can be obtained from any local Department of Children’s Services office. It will...

What will it take for my husband to adopt my kids from a prior marriage?

In my years as an adoption attorney, I have handled many different cases with various fact scenarios. The law is specific as to the requirements...