How can my boyfriend adopt my son as his own

You and your fiance would need to file a Petition for Adoption to start the process. The biological father would either have to sign a Consent or...

My daughter has my last name. Her father does not give any support. How do I change her last name when I get married, if i can?

You can change your daughter's name by filing for a legal name change, but the biological father would have to be notified and either consent or...

Do I have any rights to a home that lived in and increased its value with a girlfriend for22years In Il. Now that we have split

If you were not married and don't have anything in writing confirming any interest in the property in exchange for your contribution, it is...

Pro Se Step Parent adoptions proceedings. I need help to be sure that I have everything that I need.

The adoption process in Cook or DuPage County, as in most counties, begins with the filing of a Petition for Adoption. This document sets forth the...

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What kind of charges are included when asking for costs associated with pursuing a petition?

These folks are clearly pursuing reimbursement under the theory that 'if you don't ask, you don't get'. They can ask for this, but it is up the...

Is there a way to give temporary custody of a minor to someone without going through the courts?

There is a form of Short Term Guardianship that does not require going to court. The form is statutory and would need to be signed by the...

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My daughter is going to be 13 years old. I have visitation papers filed. Can she decide that she doesnt want to see him anymore.

Age 13 is a difficult age, even under normal circumstances. Fortunately, dad is not due for release May, 2014, which gives you time for some early...

Landlord harrassing me and my family

While your landlord's behavior may be a bit on the rude side, it does not rise to the level of harassment based on what you have described. Do...

Possible child custody, married.

The presumption is that if you are married, that your husband is the father of any child born during the marriage. This presumption (although...

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Father's Rights

You can be at the birth only if the mother is in agreement with your being there-- she is not obligated to allow you to be there, or even tell you...