If you completely give up, you get nothing. If you take the "poor offer" you get something. Something is better than nothing. If you refuse to...

How do I go about adopting my stepson?

This is pretty complicated. You're going to need to hire a local family law attorney in your area. But good luck. You can likely get this done...

How do i get a divorce and how much does it cost

You need to file for divorce in the state that has jurisdiction - which is possibly where you live, where he lives, or where you last lived...

How do I go about getting custody of my 6 year old daughter?

You need hire an attorney to file a child custody modification suit.

I am getting divorced and don't know how much I should ask for child support and alimony.

You really need to talk about more of your specific situation with your own attorney about this. This question depends on a lot of factors, not...

Family court - defendant is self-representing - what % in your experience navigate without fail?

They almost always have something in the documents they shouldn't and almost always omit something that they should have put in. Most of the time...

You never know what you're going to get when you talk with CPS. This is why you need a lawyer. If YOU refuse to take the drug swab, then it looks...

Can someone get legally custody of me if my parents aren't around

You can try to go to a legal aid clinic for help. Google "Legal Aid" and your city for the nearest potential locations. I can tell you have the...

How long can cps hold kids if both parents are considered suspect in a murder..an can they terminate our rights Iif no on charge

You need a very good lawyer. I really hope you have one.

Is a spouse able to change number or address with out notifying the father?

If a divorce or child custody suit is currently filed, prior to her leaving, then the answer is probably no; but, if you don't do anything about it...