I agree with the prior answer. Adoptions are significant legal events and must be completed correctly to avoid problems down the road. I recommend...

You might be thinking about the adoption tax credit. Some years ago, this credit was refundable, and many people did receive lump sums via tax...

Does the biological father HAVE to be found in order for my S/O to adopt him?

It would be legal fraud for your SO to sign the birth certificate as the father, when he is not the father. The better option would be to get...

Who would be next of kin?

Due to your adoption, your oldest biological brother is not legally your brother any longer. Your adoptive family is your only legal kin. However,...

Hi im a us citizen and my sister in law came in to the us illegally with her minor child and left her with me

If you complete an adoption without taking the proper steps under immigration law, you will do more harm than good to her ability to gain legal...

How hard is the adoption process of teenagers if the father has not been around in 10years, and the adopting parent is a felon?

I agree with the previous answer. In most cases, registered sex offenders are legally barred from adopting any minor - the court doesn't even have...

Can I sign the birth certificate if I’m not related to the baby?

I agree with the previous answers. You indicate that you are friends with the mother of this child, but what kind of friend asks you to lie, and to...

No, he will be prohibited by federal and state law from adopting any child. He is probably even under a permanent restraining order that prevents...

Thank you for selecting me to respond to your question. Unfortunately, I don't practice family law per se; I only handle adoptions. Best wishes for...

This is not an adoption issue, so I have changed the practice area to Child Custody. If a father files in court to establish paternity, he is...