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I am seeking guidance on behalf of my client who gave a child up for adoption 10 years ago. Recently, the adoptive parents from Georgia returned the child to my client in Wyoming without any court action or formal agreement, and all communication about this was verbal. My client has welcomed the... View More 
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Your client’s situation requires legal clarification, as returning the child without formal court action is highly unusual. To legally regain custody, your client should file a petition for custody with the family court in their jurisdiction (Wyoming). The court will review the circumstances... View More
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