I must respectfully disagree with the prior answer. Family Code Section 7822 is written in the alternative: failure to support OR failure to...

What is the process for adopting stepchildren?

Based on the facts that you shared, an experienced adoption attorney can assist you with the process to terminate parental rights and complete the...

During my citizenship interview the IO told me that my name should be changed in to 1st & 2nd names & he take my signature.

I have recategorized this from Adoption to Immigration. Best wishes for a good outcome!

A family member wants to give us her baby she is pregnant with She wants to sign over rights fully and wants it confidential

I agree with Attorney Moore's answer. Also, as a family member of the child being adopted, you can skip some of the steps and expenses that are...

Can CPS go right into adopting my son out without giving me a fair chance to get him back?

The law specifically allows CPS to recommend against reunification services in this situation. If the court goes with that recommendation and...

As noted by the previous response, your parents either have to go through a formal adoption consent process, or their rights have to be terminated...

My aunt adopted a minor at age 17 yrs. old and her petition was denied, is she still legally adopted on US grounds?

I must respectfully disagree with the prior answer. The adoption was granted by a state superior court prior to the immigration petition, which is...

Can i add my name to my stepdaughter birth certificate in mexico?

It would be fraud to add your name to the birth certificate when you are not the father. USCIS often requires blood testing, and if your fraud is...

I want to move to another state with my 14 year old daughter. Can I do that without her father's permission

The answer to this question depends on your existing custody order, which probably says that you may not move the child out of state (or even out...

What can I do to prevent c.p.s. from letting non-blood foster parents adopt my 2 boys. Ages 2 and 1?

You need to consult with your court-appointed legal counsel to make sure that all of the facts regarding your reunification efforts have been...