When can my daughter's fathers rights be terminated?

It sounds like you have grounds to allege unfitness against him in a Petition for Adoption. Even though you can allege unfitness, you will still...

Can I waive back child support in exchange for my ex giving up right so my son can be adopted?

You cannot buy/sell a child and this is pretty close to that. A consent to adoption has to be given freely and voluntarily/without duress and not...

Can I be adopted if I am a 11 yr old illegal immigrant who has been emotionally & physically abused by my parents?

There is no guarantee that the family friend can adopt you as the court makes the final decision and the family friend would have to have a...

The adoption will not grant the adult child citizenship. You should consult with an immigration attorney to discuss your options.

My step daughter father has not been in her life since she was 6 months old. She will be 12 this year. There is no child support

Since he is the legal father he has to be given notice of the proceedings. Just because you have to give him notice that does not mean you have to...

I agree with the advice given by Ms. Howard but would add that your aunt (and if she is married, her spouse would have to adopt you as well) would...

Yes, in Illinois he has to appear in court and sign a consent to his own adoption.

Abandonment is a ground for termination in Illinois but it relates to newborns. Since your child is over 2 years old the more common ground...

What are my rights

You are probably better off talking to a child custody attorney rather than as adoption attorney.

My older children want my husband to adopt them. How do they do this by surprise.

You cannot surprise someone by having them legally adopt you without their knowledge. Example, surprise Oprah you just adopted me! :) Many adult...