My daughter got taken by dcfs because i was at my boyfriends house where the police department a raid,

Whether or not you have a criminal history is irrelevant. If you are exposing your daughter to dangerous situations, DCFS can remove your child....

I need help to take care of my daughter who has special needs,i'm thinking of petitioning my sister,but i know the wait is long.

To give you good advice, an attorney would need many more details about your situation. You should speak with an attorney about a conservatorship...

I want to give custody of my child to his grandparents but I still want to have rights, How do I do it?

A Caregivers Affidavit Authorization may be an option. It would not require court involvement and can be accomplished immediately. The form would...

Step Parent Adoption In California

There are two separate cases you would need to file. You would first need to file a Petition to Terminate Parental Rights with the Superior Court....

Do I need to obtain a conservatorship for my 17 year old severely autistic son by the time he turns 18 years old next year?

It would be a good idea to complete the process before the child turns 18. That way you are able to continue making important decisions for him...

My Father wants me to have guardianship of my brother and sister. Do we have to go to court for this?

You did not mention where the mother is in this situation and whether she would agree to you having custody of your sibilings. To get the best...

What do I need to get a court ordered paternity test?

To request a court-ordered DNA test, you file the proper paperwork with the county Superior Court where the child lives, including the Petition to...

Would I need a lawyer to get myself emancipated?

You don't necessarily need a lawyer to file for emancipation. You can represent yourself. The court forms that need to be filed are available for...

My daughter who is 15 years old has studied in US, my sister can adopt her in US. If we can, I want to have a lawyer. thanks

I am an attorney in Fountain Valley, CA and speak Vietnamese. If you would like to discuss the adoption process, please feel free to contact...

How do I obtain custody or rights to care for my 17 year old daughters baby, She keeps leaving the baby for days at a time?

You should speak with an attorney about a probate guardianship of the person, for which you would need to file appropriate paperwork with the...

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