Do I need to terminate the bio fathers rights if he is not listed on the birth certificate in order for my husband to adopt?

You should have an attorney to help navigate step parent adoption. Your lawyer can help you determine whether there are rights to be terminated.

I want to buy a lot that is connected to the back of my property. Taxes haven't been paid in 7-8 yrs. The owner passed away.

It sounds like the son or brother would need to probate the estate so that they would have the right to sell it. And they'd probably ask that you...

Wanting custody of our minor daughter.If myself &the minor leave the house do I loose rights to half of our home once it sells

Hire a lawyer TODAY. You need a plan about whether and when to leave the house. Any time children if property are involved, divorce should...

My ex husband is continuously telling my sons that now they are 12 years old, that they can decide where they want to live?

12 year olds can be allowed to express an opinion to the judge in chambers. The judge is NOT bound by their opinion. And a lot of judges don't like...

Defamation of character

Hire a lawyer. Defamation of character is probably not the correct cause of action, but there are solutions. You should also try to get into...

I'm trying to file for divorce, we have no children nor do we share anything. what would be the easiest way ?

You really should hire an attorney. If it is really simple, it won't cost much. If it turns out to be more complex, you'll be protected.

Is an SAPCR what i need to file?

You do need a SAPCR. As Ms. Laster discussed, it will be part of a divorce or you can do it separately. If you want to wait on the divorce, you'll...

How can i get my granddaughter?

This raises lots of questions. Where is the baby's father? What orders or agreements exist? Etc. Hire a lawyer to assess the situation and...

If doing a divorce yourself if both parties agree a good idea?

You need a lawyer any time children are involved. You also need to discuss the pros and cons of "not going after assets". You could be doing...

File an answer and CounterPetition and set it for hearing yourself.