Bio dad wants right to my son after he hasn't seen him since he was 10 months old. My son doesn't know him, what can I do?

If you and your husband file a Petition for Adoption you need to give legal notice to the biological father and have the court terminate his...

Can I take custody away from the other parent?

The mother's parental rights can not be terminated other than thru an adoption, or if the state does so. If you and a partner chose adoption, you...

At age 18 you should be able to do an Adult Adoption, however, you will still need to deal with your niece's immigration situation separately. ...

Can a father be charged with child abandament?

I am assuming this question relates to an adoption. Did you check the Putative Father Registry? If he did not register, irregardless of whether...

Probably not without knowledge and prior consent from DCFS.

Am I allowed to move (in state) during a DCFS investigation ?

You should contact DCFS to confirm that you can move without this negatively affect their investigation. Alternatively, you may want to speak with...

You should contact a lawyer in Missouri. If the mother is willing to relinquish her parental rights, it would make most sense for you and your...

My my husband was deported more than 6 years ago and I would like to know how could I get a divorce I don't know his whereabout?

Yes, you need to file a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, if husband's whereabouts cannot be ascertained after a diligent search, you can...

How do I reply to a summons out of state for visitation and custody of my son?

There is not sufficient information to answer your question. If you have been out of Illinois for over 6 months, jurisdiction is no longer in...

Can I terminate the father of my child’s rights? Most importantly, if so, HOW?

No, you cannot terminate the father's parental rights except if the children are adopted by you and a partner or other person or persons.