Re I-797A

It sounds like you already have an attorney working on this matter. I would reach out to your attorney and ask for an appointment so she can...

Can my husband be put on my daughters birth certificate if the biological father is unknown this is in the state of Missouri

It sounds like your best answer would be a stepparent adoption. This would establish your husband as the child's father and the birth certificate...

I am sorry to hear about your experience. You may do a name change if that is your issue or you may wish to pursue an adult adoption. I would...

I am currently trying to file for an annulment and i am wondering if finding out my spouse was gay after the marriage is grounds

I agree with Ms. Hendrix. However, you might have other reasons for seeking an annulment versus a divorce often related to religious beliefs. ...

When adoption can no longer be stopped?

She needs to immediately contact a family law attorney that deals with adoption in the county where they are trying to adopt the child.

Can I runaway to a safe, dependable family member, legally, at 17 in Misourri?

Please consider reporting your abuse to the children's division hotline at 1-800-392-3738. Your story of abuse has many layers and you need help...

The simple answer to the question you asked is yes. However, this doesn't deal with all the other sub issues that were raised by your discussion...

Can a juvenile coustody case from 15 years ago be brought into another juvenile coustody case now?

As a general rule, evidence has to meet a basic threshold of relevancy. If it is relevant to the proceeding, barring some exception (hearsay,...

Trying to find out what my rights are pertaining to my mentally ill spouse

You might need to see if you can/wish to become his guardian and conservator. You might want to reach out to legal aid in your area. I think a...

What are the adoption laws or voluntarily giving up parental rights in Jackson county, Missouri

You need to contact an adoption lawyer and set up an appointment for you (not expectant mother). The attorney will be in a better position to help...