daughter has now had a 2nd child that was given up for adoption at birth. In an effort to secure her financially in the future, our desire is to move forward and adopt our granddaughter. How favorable do you think the court system would be in this situation. With the understanding that our daughter... View More 
answered on Feb 14, 2016
If both parents consent to the adoption, the Court will approve the adoption If not, you are going to have to terminate the rights of the parent who does not consent
Would my mother have to give the right to her or will she have to adopt me? and how long would it take?
answered on Nov 20, 2015
I do not get what you mean by "Spouse me". Spouse is a word used to describe a husband/wife in a marriage. You should consider talking to an immigration attorney in private to first decide what your goals are. All the best.
15 years of successful immigration law experience. The... View More
We have full legal custody and have it him for over a year now, he was taken from his mother at birth but her rights were never terminated, she is now willing to waive her rights so we can adopt him, what steps do we need to take now
answered on Oct 25, 2015
You need to find a lawyer in your area to handle the adoption. The mother and father (unless you are the father) will agree to have their parental rights terminated, and you will go through the adoption process. DO NOT try this without an attorney. Adoptions must be done exactly according to the... View More
I have custody of my 3 nephews and niece for the last 4 years. The children's ages now are 3yr, 4yr, and 5yr. I was ordered $250 a month in child support. i have received a check one time for $800, 3 1/2 years ago, due to them thinking they will be able to keep the custody case open longer. We... View More
answered on Oct 13, 2015
You need to address these questions to a local attorney. Many offer free initial consultations.
1. Review your question
Q: I had my granddaughter since birth and she is 10 now I adopted her 2 years ago, can I get back pay cs for her?
Her mother and father lives in Ohio, the father is my son. I live in Alabama. The baby mother gave this child away to a family in South Carolina... View More
answered on Sep 7, 2015
The best thing you can do is to go see a local family/adoption attorney for a full discussion. To answer your question would most likely require some research on this specific topic.
I do not currently live in Alabama and neither do my parents.
answered on Apr 5, 2014
Well, come on back to your 'Sweet Home Alabama.' It's a great place and it misses you! On a serious note, even though you don't live here, you will need come to an Alabama court to get the information you seek if the adoption happened here. And, you would be best served to... View More
answered on Apr 23, 2011
The Step-Parent needs to be published and I would be specific as it relates to the Alleged Putative Father but also publish as to all possible fathers.
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