Philadelphia, PA asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Ohio

Q: I am a 18 yd old male, can i addopt my 16 yd old bestfriend in ohio if her parents consent

My friend and her mother have hit rock bottom in their relationship. She is thinking of running away and she has her whole life ahead of her. Here in august i will be moving in with a room mate and i make about 1grand a month. Is there a way, if her mother agrees, to have guardianship transferred to me?

1 Lawyer Answer

A: Adoption would require consent of both parents. Even then it is unlikely. Guardianship also is unlikely. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to consult a local probate attorney who can advise you about how guardianship process works in probate court.

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