The time was up in January 2018 to register for the putative father registry. If he did not register within 30 days of birth, and the adoptive...

Is it possible for a father to sign a paper written by a mother to give his rights? The step father is willing to adopt right aw

A consent to adoption must have certain language in it and it must be signed in front of a notary. If you don’t have exactly what is required by...

Can a father terminate his own rights by his actions?

If you were not married to him when you had your son, and he did not sign a paternity affidavit or establish paternity, then he has no parental...

Yes, you can be adopted at age 14. Sounds like what you have been through is awful.

How can my friend adopt my children from foster care?

In theory you could, but because your girls are in foster care you would also need DCS's consent to the adoption, unless you can prove that the...

Do I need an attorney or lawyer for the adoption process?

Indiana Code 31-19-2-2 specifically requires you to use an attorney to file an adoption in Indiana. It is a very complex process even if you could...

CPS needs seperate allegations for each child so as along as you proceed with the adoption CPS cannot take the baby. That does not mean they will...

At What age does a child have to sign a consent form for stepparent adoption?

If I child is 14 years or older they must also consent to the adoption either in writing or in open court.

Do i have to terminate fathers rights if he only signed birth certificate?

If the father is listed on the birth certificate then he is the legal parent. In order to sever his rights you would have to terminate his rights....

How do we adopt an unborn child.

That is very exciting for you. The process is very complicated. My family has been handling adoptions in Indiana for nearly 40 years. Call us...