answered on Apr 23, 2011
The Petitionewrs and the minor child need to be present. If the Natural Parents signed an Answer and Waiver and Consent then their presence is not necessary.
answered on Apr 23, 2011
For living expenses such as rent and utilities and additionally medical expenses associated with the pre-natal care and birth of the child.
answered on Apr 23, 2011
You can file a Step-Parent Adoption with an Answer and Waiver and the Consent of the Natural Mother.
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It is necessary file a Petition with the Clerk of the Courts in the jurisdiction where the Adoption was entered.
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No, a Judgment entered five years earlier can only be vacated in the event there was a fraud upon the Court.
answered on Apr 23, 2011
You must file a Petition to Unseal the Adoption in the jurisdiction where the Adoption took place.
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No, because for him to adopt he would be adopting your child. If you were married then you can jointly file a Petition for Step-Parent Adoption
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Yes, because the child you adopted is your child and you and your Wife can consent to another relative adopting your child
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The birth father needs to establish that he is the Fatherby filing some documentation to Establish Paternity. If he does, then his Consent is necessary. But just saying that he is the Father will not typically require his Consent.
If so how long do they have
answered on Apr 23, 2011
It is necessary to file a Motion to Vacate a Final Judgment of Adoption. This needs to be done quickly in most States a one year time limitation exists to vacate any Final Judgments.
I am 25 years old and wish to have my step-dad adopt me and remove my biological father's name from my birth certificate and add my step-dad. Does my biological father have to give permission since I am an adult. I am married and have two children, and all of us just want to be joined as a... View More 
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An Adult does not typically need the Consent of a Parent to Adopt but the parent is typically required to be noticed of the proceedings.
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You must File a Petition to Unseal an Adoption and explain the reasons why you need the records unsealed. Medical reasons are usually approved by the Court.
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I would contact the Bar and report his attempts to make a misrepresentation to the court or commit a fraud upon the Court
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It is fine to prepare an indemnification clause regarding marital debts in a dissolution of marriage action, and you are able to sue the other party for their failure to comply, but creditors are not parties to your divorce and will pursue whoever they desire to sue.
Verbally abuses me, and I have no transportation as he has had my old vehicle towed under the guise of having it repaired. (3 weeks ago.)He tells me he makes his own schedule at work,and almost weekly goes to dental appointments for his $expensive new teeth,I have had to cancel doctors appointments... View More
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It is necessary for you to obtain a Domestic Violence Restraining Order and Petition for exclusive use and occupancy of your home.
The Domestic Violence Statute does allow you to petition for emergency temporary relief such as emrgency temporary alimony which you should pursue.
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In Florida you should seek a Temporary Restraining Order against Domestic Violence if you are in imminent fear of danger.
I was listed supervisor of visits with my grandchildren & thier father (my son) the mother has not honnored any visitation in over a year now. I know Florida recognizes grandparents rights however I do not know how to go about this & does it also not put her in contempt?
answered on Apr 23, 2011
The Father needs to file a Motion For Contempt of Court and seek sanctions such as make-up visitation.
answered on Apr 23, 2011
Contact the Florida Bar and request an Attorney from their Pro Bono list. Additionally Legal Aid Society and Legal Services provide legal
assistance to indigent people.
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