Adoption alone does not give legal status, and certainly not adult adoption. You should speak with an immigration attorney about what options...

How do I start adoption process for my child to get adopted by step parent ?

You can consent to the adoption and not require that the court terminate your rights. The local department of child and family services would work...

If one person signs over full custody to the other will child support stop or still be financially obligated without custody?

The form is correct. Child support doesn't stop if there is no custody - the only way to stop the obligation of child support is to terminate...

Can I adopt my niece after having her live with me since 1995?

It's not clear to me, but it sounds like you want to adopt your niece who is an adult. If she is an adult, the two of you can consent together and...

My ex husband is dead,how does my current hubby adopt his stepchildren

I agree with everything above and just wanted to add a link that gives a fuller explanation of the steps for an adoption in the California courts:...

Do I put my baby's biological father on the birth certificate even if he doesn't want to be the father?

That is your choice. The birth certificate alone, nor the child's last name, are final adjudications of parentage. If you think you may seek...

Can I change my last name without consulting my biological father?

Unfortunately, you can't change your name yourself until you are 18. At that time, you can change your name without any parent's permission and...

Step parent adoption in California ?

I agree with everything stated above. I just wanted to add that sometimes, if a parent is hesitant to consent to termination of their rights so...

You can complete an adult adoption with her, but that will not impact your immigration status, so if that's the goal, the adoption will not get you...

How do i hyphenate my sons name

I agree with everything above. The one additional note I would make is that changing your son's last name does not change his legal parentage. If...