I strongly recommend hiring an attorney. It is not nearly as simple as filing some forms and getting a hearing date. Even for a consent adoption,...

Your husband needs to start with a motion to modify custody, visitation, and child support. As long as the court order says the child resides with...

She cannot simply "sign her rights over." However, if DHS has not filed a deprived petition and taken custody, you may be able to file for a...

They can always ask. That does not mean they modification will be granted. However, it will very much depend on the circumstances, i.e. the...

Obviously, I have not seen what she signed, but my guess is that anything that was signed outside of court can be withdrawn by her at any time. A...

You cannot terminate his rights in Oklahoma unless you have remarried and your new spouse is willing and able to adopt. However, you can apply...

A relinquishment of parental rights would only be appropriate if she wants to consent to an adoption. I would strongly suggest she seek legal...

It sounds like you may have a good basis for guardianship, even without the parents' consent. I suggest you meet with an attorney to discuss your...

If there is no custody order and you were never married to the father, you can seek a writ from the court here that directs the police to pick up...

I suggest requesting a copy of the signed, written contract that allows them to charge the fee. If they can't provide it, dispute the charge and...