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Can my aunt request custody or guardianship of my daughter before she is adopted out

Mark's answer | Answered on May 10, 2016

Unfortunately, it is probably too late. Had your aunt stepped up early on in the Dependency proceedings and let the Social Workers and court know...

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What are the fees to adopt through juvenile dependency?

Mark's answer | Answered on May 03, 2016

It depends on a couple of things. First, it depends on which county the dependency case is being heard in. In some Southern California counties,...

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Can a judge still terminate absent parent rites with no one to replace the other parent. With no adoption !

Mark's answer | Answered on April 08, 2016

Probably not. Remember, the court looks out for the best interests of the child, and removing one legal parent doesn't agree with that objective. ...

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Will they let me adopt my Nephew even though I gave my rights up with my son, and will I pass a live scan?

Mark's answer | Answered on March 30, 2016

It may be possible. It will depend on whether the LA County Department of Children and Family Services is supportive of you or not, and whether...

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How can I adopt my best friend so she doesn't get hurt and can have a good shot at life.

Mark's answer | Answered on March 30, 2016

Your parents could adopt your friend if the satisfy adoption requirements and if either your friend's parents agree to it, or if the court...

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My sister might be removed from her mothers custody could her mother sign all parental,legal rights over to me b4 cps takes her

Mark's answer | Answered on February 18, 2016

First of all, I am not licensed to practice law in Colorado. Advice of a Colorado-licensed attorney should be sought as soon as possible. ...

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What is the most efficient way to be granted financial guardianship for my natural children?

Mark's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

You will probably have to file a petition in the Probate Court to establish a "guardianship over the estates" of your biological children. If...

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Would a paternity test be required to put the baby up for adoption since his last name is on the babies social security card?

Mark's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

From your brother's perspective, I would think he would want direct proof that he is in fact not the father of his ex-girlfriend's baby. Once that...

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Is the social worker aloud to do this? What recourses does the adopting couple have?

Mark's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

This is an example of why adoptive parents should have an experienced adoption lawyer help them. Had this couple been represented, their lawyer...

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How can adopt him, How long does it take, Approximatley how much will it cost us? Thank you so much for your time

Mark's answer | Answered on February 09, 2016

Since your fiancee is divorced, you may proceed with your stepparent adoption after you marry your fiancee. You will have to get the court to...

Mark James Perry Hirabayashi's Answers (85)

Can my aunt request custody or guardianship of my daughter before she is adopted out

What are the fees to adopt through juvenile dependency?

Can a judge still terminate absent parent rites with no one to replace the other parent. With no adoption !

Will they let me adopt my Nephew even though I gave my rights up with my son, and will I pass a live scan?

How can I adopt my best friend so she doesn't get hurt and can have a good shot at life.

My sister might be removed from her mothers custody could her mother sign all parental,legal rights over to me b4 cps takes her

What is the most efficient way to be granted financial guardianship for my natural children?

Would a paternity test be required to put the baby up for adoption since his last name is on the babies social security card?

Is the social worker aloud to do this? What recourses does the adopting couple have?

How can adopt him, How long does it take, Approximatley how much will it cost us? Thank you so much for your time