If your agreement is fully set out in the Decree and signed, it could be enforceable as a "Settlement Agreement" but prior to being entered by the...

How do I get myself adopted by my stepdad?

This would be hard to do as a surprise for your Step-Dad, unless you can have your Mother coordinate all of the necessary steps behind the scenes.

How much money should I ask for from my settlement?

The 14 year old wouldn't have any insurance, so claims against him AND the parent(s) or guardian(s) of the 14 year old should include negligent...

Getting married to their father would be a good first step in the adoption process. Common law marriage is recognized in Oklahoma so you can get...

I am owed almost $300,000 in back child and spousal support.

When DHS holds money received from someone who owes child support, my experience is it may be due to them being remarried and the money coming from...

Having a lawyer would be cost effective in the long run and insure that you are prepared for any issues that may come up outside of the...

How to get my oldest adopted by my husband?

A lot of attorneys who include adoption in their practices will travel statewide, I'm not sure how many will be in or near Thomas and/or Custer...

Do I have to let my husband know when I give birth?

You do have to protect yourself and children first, but talking to a lawyer about all of the circumstances would be better than relying on posts...

I think you'll get more responses under Family law, but agree there are aspects of immigration and landlord tenant law in these issues. If you've...

I agree with everything Mr. Louden said, and add that Oklahoma will lose jurisdiction over the child when she has been in Kansas or any other state...