Q: What are the guidelines for terminating parental rights? What will I need to prove?
A: This is far too complex a question to be answered by anything other than a personal consultation with an experienced matrimonial attorney. Do not let geographic restrictions get in the way of retaining the best attorney. Pick the best attorney you can find and remember one rule: a good attorney is generally never cheap, and a cheap attorney is generally never good so don't choose based on price. You also need to ask the attorney about their experience with this type of case.
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Thank you for your question.
Based upon your question, it seems like you’re struggling with some difficult issues right now. The short answer to your question is that there are very few circumstances in which someone’s parental rights can be terminated. With that being said, there are a few exceptions where the Court will consider such an action, such as adoption. Your situation really needs to be fleshed out a bit more with an experienced family law attorney who can delve into your specific circumstances and help you determine the best course of action in your particular situation.
I hope this information was helpful to you.
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