I want to adopt my fiancé's children when we are married.
Step-parent adoptions are a simplified process, allowing the termination of parental rights to occur simultaneously with the approval of adoption. ...
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Step-parent adoptions are a simplified process, allowing the termination of parental rights to occur simultaneously with the approval of adoption. ...
Ms. Drake and Mr. Feuerstein are correct. Child support and "custody" are not tied to each other in Florida. The law considers child support to...
There are many factors which a court might consider. The parties' respective needs for and abilities to pay an award of alimony are the most...
Because your son is a minor, you as a parent would be able to file on your son's behalf. You should find an attorney in your area, and soon, to...
You should definitely contact a divorce attorney in your area. Meeting with a divorce attorney will allow that attorney to more adequately advise...
Ms. Smith is correct.. To commence an appeal, you must file a Notice of Appeal, not a motion of any kind. The Notice of Appeal does not contain...
It sounds as though you have a very complicated situation. I agree with Mr. Bernstein - a post-nuptial agreement may be helpful for you if/when...
A family law lawyer can help you, especially since you live out of state. Assuming the agreement was accepted by the court and incorporated into...
As a 16 year old, you are eligible for emancipation. However, you cannot file the petition on your own - that would need to be done by a parent or...
My understanding is that a witness must be an adult. If there is any wiggle room on that requirement, then a 6 year old is probably still too young.