If my child is adopted by his stepparent, will his survivor benefits end (from father who passed away)?

Great question. No, adoption of child already entitled to benefits will not terminate those benefits.

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I have temporary guardianship of my 3 grandkids ages 9,12, and 13. Court investigator recommends I have them until there 18.

What is CPS's position? Are they going to take action? Thanks for including the kids' ages, they could petition on their own to have you...

What happens if there is no response in a step parent adoption case?

If she has been personally served you have done your part. If she chooses not to show up, it is completely up to her. The Judge will most likely...

I have temporary guardianship of 3 grandkids and a court investigator recommends they stay with me until they are 18.

Heck with the court investigator, most are clueless on the law (sorry guys and gals), but they act like they are the cat's meow. This should...

I have a hearing next week for temp. guardianship for great grandson what kind of questions will the judge ask me?

Nice, another civil service success story--let's pawn off our duties on the probate court. He's in foster care already, they should take action...

Is it possible for my husband to adopt my 4 year old child without the birth fathers consent?

It doesn't sound like you want this more than anything, it sounds like you want him out of the picture and for him to pay up. The money without...

Can I adopt my 14 yr old step-daughter, changing her family name to mine without written consent from her real father?

Father needs to agree to the adoption or his parental rights need to be terminated.

What are the guardianship rights for a grandparent in CA with notarized private guardianship in place, not court ordered?

She can petition to become the guardian of the minor, but this is far from a sure thing.

I had an attorney prepare a Conservatorship for my mentally disabled daughter.

It is impossible to state whether this is reasonable because there are not enough details about where you are in the process. Usually the court...

I agree with Cristin's answer and would add that if mother is not up to the task due to her lifestyle choices then perhaps there should have been...