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Can I take the rights away from my kid’s biological fathers and have my husband adopt them?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You can try. You will have to start an adoption proceeding. It will go faster if the fathers go to court and give up their rights in front of a judge.
You can try. You will have to start an adoption proceeding. It will go faster if the fathers go to court and give up their rights in front of a... Read More

If I get married after the baby is born will that be alright?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Elizabeth Jones (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Yes you and he can put his name on the birth certificate. And he can sign a form at birth accepting that he is the father
Yes you and he can put his name on the birth certificate. And he can sign a form at birth accepting that he is the father

If I get married after the baby is born will that be alright?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
If your fiance acknowledges paternity when the baby is born, that is all that is necessary.
If your fiance acknowledges paternity when the baby is born, that is all that is necessary.

If I get married after the baby is born will that be alright?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by attorney Brent R. Chipman   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
If the father puts his name on the birth certificate and you marry the father after the baby is born, he will be deemed to be the father, though he could deny paternity at some future time. If that occurs, you could have parentage testing done at that time. If you want limit the problems, you could marry the father before the baby is born, or you could have DNA testing done, if there is any doubt as to the paternity of the child.... Read More
If the father puts his name on the birth certificate and you marry the father after the baby is born, he will be deemed to be the father, though he... Read More

Can parental rights get terminated over a period of time?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You will have to take him to court.
You will have to take him to court.

Can parental rights get terminated over a period of time?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by John P Danelon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Parental rights do not automatically terminate; they need to extinguished. This can be done by taking the father to court, or by simply having him sign papers relinquishing his rights, then having them approved by the court.
Parental rights do not automatically terminate; they need to extinguished. This can be done by taking the father to court, or by simply having him... Read More

Can parental rights get terminated over a period of time?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Generally speaking in Arizona if a biological parent has had no contact with, and has paid no support for a child for a period in excess of six months there are grounds to terminate that biological parents parental rights.
Generally speaking in Arizona if a biological parent has had no contact with, and has paid no support for a child for a period in excess of six... Read More

I'm legally separated and my boyfriend has been spending the night, does that affect my child support?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
In Arizona this should not impact your child support, at least under a normal child support order.
In Arizona this should not impact your child support, at least under a normal child support order.

How do I establish parental rights?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
He can sue to establish his rights, and obligations.
He can sue to establish his rights, and obligations.

What will happen if my ex boyfriend is not my son’s biological father but signed birth certificate?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Unfortunately in Arizona there is case law that a man who signs the affidavit to put their name on a birth certificate can only take action to challenge paternity within 6 months of signing the affidavit, and then he must prove he was unaware he was not the father. You should, however, consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area to discuss this. Since he may be treated as the father for other purposes perhaps he would sign a consent to the child's adoption.... Read More
Unfortunately in Arizona there is case law that a man who signs the affidavit to put their name on a birth certificate can only take action to... Read More

Can my little girls mom sign her parental rights over to me the father?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
And your lawyer is right. Ask the lawyer why.
And your lawyer is right. Ask the lawyer why.

Can a different state have jurisdiction on an existing case?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
The answer to your question in part hinges on whether or not the other biological parent remains in Arizona. If that parent does not reside in Arizona, then there would be no basis for Arizona to again assume jurisdiction. However, if that parent remains in Arizona there is at least an argument that jurisdiction should be returned to the Arizona court.... Read More
The answer to your question in part hinges on whether or not the other biological parent remains in Arizona. If that parent does not reside in... Read More

If my ex pays support randomly and never sees our 3 kids, can his rights be terminated so my husband can adopt them?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You should consult with an experienced adoption attorney in your area. In Arizona the statute provide for the termination of a biological parent's rights in certain situations. You may be able to file to terminate his rights due to abandonment, but again, consult local counsel Is it possible that the biological father would consent to the adoption as a way to get out from under the ongoing child support obligation?... Read More
You should consult with an experienced adoption attorney in your area. In Arizona the statute provide for the termination of a biological parent's... Read More

My husband has went to a divorce attorney I don’t agree with the custody arrangements do I need to get a lawyer?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Annette M Cox Sandoval (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
It would probably be wise to at least consult with an attorney about what your husband is proposing, so you know your rights and the risks with either agreeing to his terms or proceeding to litigation.
It would probably be wise to at least consult with an attorney about what your husband is proposing, so you know your rights and the risks with... Read More

How can I legally get this adoption done?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
In Arizona the statutes provide for the termination of the parental rights of a biological parent based upon several factors, including abandonment. Such cases are fact specific, and can be very expensive. You should consult with an experienced adoption attorney in your area to discuss your options.... Read More
In Arizona the statutes provide for the termination of the parental rights of a biological parent based upon several factors, including abandonment.... Read More

What happens if I drop my paternity suit?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Annette M Cox Sandoval (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
The short answer is no. It will not just go away. If the two of you reach agreements on how to resolve it, then you have to file a stipulation regarding those terms. Those agreements - whatever they may be - would then be turned into a court order. If the two of you reconcile, then you need to file a stipulation to dismiss the case.... Read More
The short answer is no. It will not just go away. If the two of you reach agreements on how to resolve it, then you have to file a stipulation... Read More

How should I go about getting legal guardianship over my 14 year old sister?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Annette M Cox Sandoval (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
If the mother and father will consent to a guardianship, it is really a matter of completing the paperwork and ensuring that all interested parties have notice. You would need to file a petition for guardianship in the Juvenile Court.
If the mother and father will consent to a guardianship, it is really a matter of completing the paperwork and ensuring that all interested parties... Read More

If I have a child on the way will it lower my child support payments?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
The child support guidelines, and the child support calculator provide an adjustment to child support when you have other children you support that are not from the relationship that the support has been ordered for. The adjustment will not be available until the child is born, and it will not be automatic. You must affirmatively request the adjustment. Also, the change in support must be at least a 15% modification, or a new order will not be entered. You really should consult with an experienced family law attorney to review this matter.... Read More
The child support guidelines, and the child support calculator provide an adjustment to child support when you have other children you support that... Read More

What can be done on the denial of parental rights by custodial parent?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by attorney Monica H. Donaldson Stewart   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
I recommend you consult with an attorney in Arizona who can advise you regarding filing the appropriate motion to enforce and/or modify the current orders to address the situation.
I recommend you consult with an attorney in Arizona who can advise you regarding filing the appropriate motion to enforce and/or modify the current... Read More

Is this appreciation marital property?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Susan Correia-Champa (Unclaimed Profile)   |   16 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
If you were married during the time that it appreciated then yes it is.
If you were married during the time that it appreciated then yes it is.

Can my husband ask for alimony if he is capable of working?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Paul Anthony Eads (Unclaimed Profile)   |   15 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Yes. Depends on respective incomes.
Yes. Depends on respective incomes.

What age should child support start?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Steven D. Dunnings (Unclaimed Profile)   |   15 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
When a Court Orders it?
When a Court Orders it?
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