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adopting foster children - how my lawyer did it

Are you trying to adopt a child that you have fostered for quite some time? It can be difficult to get through the adoption process on your own. I know, I tried it myself. I had been fostering three siblings for nearly two years. I could not imagine living my life without them and could not see how they could do well if they were ever to be released from foster care back into the custody of their mother. With the assistance of a lawyer, those three kids are now mine forever. Learn how my lawyer worked to get this accomplished by visiting my website.

Opening Your Home To Your Grandchildren

Posted on May 29, 2018

The relationship between a grandchild and their grandparents can be loving and close, but things could end up being even closer when problems occur. The courts recognize the value of the grandparent-grandchild relationship like never before and every state has in place protections that guarantee the rights to visitation and custody for grandparents. Read on to learn more. A Need Must Exist Just because the grandparent has decided that a need exists to step in and seek custody does not automatically afford them rights. [Read More]

What You Need to Know About Criminal Record Expungement

Posted on April 4, 2018

If you are a convicted felon, you most likely have problems trying to live your life after you have served your time. This includes trying to find employment or a place to live, since employers and landlords may not want to work with somebody who has a criminal past. However, you may be able to make your past go away with a process called expungement. Here is what you should know about it. [Read More]

What To Do When You're Fighting For Custody Of Your Children

Posted on January 10, 2018

It can be absolutely devastating to learn that you won't be given custody of your children. Just knowing that they will be left in the care of someone else for an extended period of time and you won't be aware of what's going on with them can be nerve-wracking. If you're ready to stand up for yourself and get your children back, there are some vital steps that you need to take. [Read More]

Tips For Divorcing A Drug-Addicted Partner

Posted on October 3, 2017

Drug addiction can have far-reaching effects on divorce; you need to be careful when divorcing an addicted partner. Here are some of the things to keep in mind in such a case: Don't Use It as a Threat Don't file for divorce if you don't mean it; in fact, don't even threaten your spouse with divorce. For one, such an approach isn't likely to make your spouse abandon their addictive habit. [Read More]