Your current state is Ohio
I want to understand how they collaborate and ensure everything is handled appropriately
answered on Feb 22, 2024
In a child dependency case in California, several attorneys play critical roles, each representing different parties involved in the case. The child or children in question are represented by a child's attorney, appointed to advocate for their best interests and legal rights throughout the... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2024
Many family law attorneys handle adoption cases. Assuming your grandson's parents are dead, an adoption proceeding should be relatively simple. If either parent is still living, it becomes a little more complicated if the living parent(s) is agreeable to the adoption. If there is one or... View More
And the child has never met father and he paternity was only established due to mother being snap. I have never received child support and neither has the mother. The mother has another child that is 2 that she is about to loose custody of due to drugs etc. The 15 year old wants me to adopt her... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2024
You can file a petition for adoption in Jefferson county to adopt the child. Strongly urge you to consult a lawyer regarding same as the process is intricate.
No one was taken to jail. During the whole investigation I was pregnant. The case was going to remain open. When I delivered my baby social services came in and placed my daughter in orangewood. Because they claimed we were unfit parents. I was17 at that time was new to the system and no one really... View More
answered on Feb 3, 2024
You can search the court records for your name to see if a lawsuit was filed on your behalf. However, if you have lost contact with your attorney, it is highly unlikely that a settlement was achieved, even if a lawsuit was filed. Attorneys generally don't have authority to enter into... View More
I am the stepmother who has temporary custody and the children. The mother has messed a year and a half of visits with one child, and eight months of visits with the other, trying to figure out if that’s considered abandonment.
answered on Jan 30, 2024
In Ohio, the situation you describe may potentially be considered as a form of abandonment, particularly given the significant amount of time the biological mother has missed court-ordered supervised visits. Abandonment in child custody cases often refers to a parent's failure to maintain... View More
I found my son could it be possible the biological mother wanted to revoke having to sign her rights over due to complicated situation's
answered on Jan 30, 2024
In Kansas, a biological mother may have the possibility of adopting her biological child, even if the child is currently in the custody of the state, under certain conditions. This process typically involves the mother demonstrating a significant change in circumstances or improvements in the... View More
They are also trying to take my son through the court
answered on Jan 29, 2024
New parents need an attorney to put together an adult adoption. It is not simple as real parents must have their rights terminated if not agreed to. Your son is a separate custody matter.
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answered on Jan 28, 2024
Yes, you should hire a Dallas probate attorney as soon as possible. At a minimum, a probate attorney could research the probate court's records and then make recommendations to you for how to proceed.
If your father had a valid last will and testament, it's possible he gave... View More
Additionally, my kids were placed out of county without a court order, neglecting the involvement of Native American tribes as required. Misinformation has also been provided, such as implying a restraining order against my kids’ father could influence their return. How can I address these legal... View More
answered on Jan 26, 2024
Addressing these concerns starts with ensuring that all legal requirements, especially those pertaining to child welfare and Native American tribes, are being followed. If your children have Native American heritage, the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) requires specific procedures to be followed in... View More
My biological parent told me not to tell her that he was my dad because she would get mad. He's now deceased we never had a relationship because of her selfishness. She had her husband adopt me and although I put my birth name on my children birth certificate application my adopted surname is... View More
answered on Jan 26, 2024
Yes, it is possible for an adult to sue a parent in federal court for lying about their paternity, but there are some key considerations.
The legal grounds would be something along the lines of intentional infliction of emotional distress or fraud. Lying about biological paternity could... View More
Mother's moving with me, grandmother on father's side has grandparents rights too ,does she lose her rights ,child 8
answered on Jan 24, 2024
I would frame the question like this; should a child lose their right to have a meaningful relationship with the grandparents simply because their guardian is moving? You will need to have an attorney review the full order granting you custody. Often, when another grandparent has been formally... View More
He’s adopted.
answered on Jan 22, 2024
In Florida you are legally emancipated on your eighteenth birthday. You do not say if you are trying to prevent him from moving out. What you are describing is not "illegal" in any way. His being adopted does not change anything. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
answered on Jan 17, 2024
In Indiana, if a parent in police custody agrees to sign over their parental rights, the appropriate legal action would be to file a petition for involuntary termination of parental rights in the appropriate family court. This petition is typically filed in the county where the child resides.... View More
This biological parent also changed the child's birth certificate to reflect the new spouse as the birth father. Also did not have permission from the other biological parent (me) for adoption. This parent did ask if the child could be adopted and change her name and was verbally told... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2024
In general, it would be highly irregular and potentially illegal for a biological parent to initiate an adoption process for a child without the consent of the other biological parent, especially if there is a legal divorce decree in place. Adoption typically requires the consent of both biological... View More
The baby ended up being mine I went to court and did dna test now cps is asking questions about my child who doesn't have a case with them and came to a home visit to check if I could get the newborn but were more focus on my other child ask me to remove his diaper to check him said it was... View More
answered on Jan 14, 2024
Under California law, Child Protective Services (CPS) is authorized to investigate situations where a child's welfare might be at risk. This includes situations where there is a concern about abuse or neglect. If you have a child living in your household and another child is under... View More
My boyfriends home parents are split up but neither home situation is healthy and/or safe for him. It is deteriorating his mental health and he needs to move out as soon as possible for his own well being. emancipation is not available in Ohio. However hes working on getting a job and already has... View More
answered on Jan 15, 2024
The only way he can legally move out of his parents house karma is with the involvement of the court. If his home life is truly presenting a substantial danger to him, a child protective agency needs to be involved. The only way a non-relative could succeed in transferring custody is if they have... View More
Really need a birth certificate to get license help please
answered on Jan 12, 2024
To obtain a birth certificate with your new name after being adopted in New York, you will need to follow a specific process. First, you should contact the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene or the Vital Records office in the city where your adoption was finalized. You will... View More
6 months and no Discovery
answered on Jan 11, 2024
Under California law, if your child has been taken by the government under questionable circumstances, it's important to take immediate action. First, request a copy of the court order or the paperwork that led to the removal of your child. This documentation will outline the reasons for the... View More
Also the biological father has not had anything to do with the children in 2 years.. financial or physical contact
answered on Jan 11, 2024
In Arkansas, the ability of a stepfather to adopt a child without the biological father's consent can be influenced by several factors. Typically, if the biological father has not maintained contact or provided financial support for the children for a specified period, the court may be more... View More
The mothers daughter was put into foster care, at the end of the month she has court for termination of rights, and she would like to sign those rights over to me and my husband instead. We just want to know if that is even possible and how to proceed if it is.
answered on Jan 11, 2024
I can tell you what would happen in Illinois and the rules should be similar to Illinois. In Illinois, the child would be a ward of the court before a termination of rights case began. The only way you could get the child is if DCFS KY agrees. You need a lawyer who works with DCFS and does... View More
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