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I am marrying to widow she had a daughter. Iwantwd to give my name and surname to her for which everyone has a consent.kondly know me the procedure and what will be the eastimated time to complete th


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Being the sole natural guardian after the demise of her husband, the widow is entitled to change the surname of her child and can give him the surname of her second husband if she marries again. A woman can give the child the surname of her second husband whom she remarries after the death of her first husband and can also give the child for adoption to her husband. The matter of changing your name or surname post-marriage including your daughter's name is not legally mandatory in I ...ReadMore

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Hi, we have brought home a child (4 years) whose parents expired and he was with his 73 year old grandmother. Grandmother is my mother (deceased)'s chachi. We are not sure if we want to do legal adopt


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The Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act of 1956 is the exclusive personal law in India that addresses adoption, providing a legal framework for establishing parent-child relationships between individuals not connected by blood. Adoption, a two-way process, has facilitated child conception for couples facing infertility. It is the formal procedure of placing a child with parents other than their biological ones for their lifetime.

To establish adoption claims, a registered Deed of ...ReadMore

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icon Adoption of my daughter by my second husband

How can my second husband adopt my daughter from previous marriage? I was divorced in first marriage. Is this possible to write my second husband's name as her legal guardian and to give her surname o


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The need for the biological father's consent in your current situation hinges on the terms agreed upon during the divorce of your first marriage. If you opted for a one-time settlement, you may not require the biological father's consent as it is already settled in court. To provide further assistance, please share the signed consent terms and the divorce petition for a more detailed examination.

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icon Adopter has Ghosted us gave away puppy to somebody else, not sharing details

I rescued a 3 week old puppy with huge injury, got her stitches, and helped her recover. Once she was fully recovered, I found her an adopter in Delhi using online Facebook groups for "Dog and Cat Ado


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In such a situation, it's essential to prioritize the well-being of the puppy. While there may not be direct legal recourse to compel the adopters to provide updates or return the puppy, you can try the following steps. Continue attempting to communicate with the adopters, expressing your concern for the puppy's welfare and emphasizing your desire for updates. If communication remains unresponsive, consider seeking support from the online platform where the adoption was facilitated. ...ReadMore

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How to get birth information about adopted child like birth hospital, biological mother

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2 months ago


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To obtain birth information about the adopted child, you can take the following steps: 1. Engage in discussions with individuals who assisted in facilitating the adoption process. 2. Investigate the adoption records regulations specific to your state. 3. Reach out to the relevant Court Clerk associated with the completion of your adoption. 4. Consider registering with an online adoption reunion registry. 5. Utilize any available information to locate details about the adopted child. ...ReadMore

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Illatom son in law have rights in property after getting divorce

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2 months ago


A. Dear Client,
The rights of an estranged son-in-law in the property after divorce generally depend on the applicable legal provisions in the jurisdiction where the divorce occurred. In many cases, once a divorce is finalized, the son-in-law typically loses any automatic rights to the property of his former in-laws. However, if there were specific agreements or court orders outlining property division or maintenance during the divorce proceedings, those would be legally binding.
In some jurisdicti ...ReadMore

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icon Help regarding dog rescue

We have given our dog to one of our relatives friend as they were ready to adopt it. But we don’t have any document of adoption as they told if he will be comfortable with us then we will keep it. A

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2 months ago


A. Dear Client,
In a situation where you've entrusted your dog to someone during a trial period and now wish to retain custody due to concerns about the care provided, communication is key. Initiate a calm and open dialogue with the person, expressing your apprehensions about the dog's well-being and explaining your decision not to proceed with the adoption. If possible, try to find an amicable solution that prioritizes the dog's welfare.
If the person remains uncooperative and insists on keeping t ...ReadMore

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icon Can I adopt a 10 years male child of my wife

Can I adopt a 10 years male child of my wife from her previous marriage having a 14 years male child from my previous marriage.

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2 months ago


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Central Adoption Resource Authority.(CARA) is the nodal body for adoption of Indian children and is mandated to monitor and regulate in-country and inter-country adoptions. Earlier it was not possible for the stepparent to adopt the child, but nowadays the CARA has made the recent changes in the law that allows the step parents to adopt the children from the second marriage or a previous marriage. In the matter of stepparent, if the couple want to adopt the child from the previous m ...ReadMore

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icon Can i claim property if i am a adopted son without papers

My uncle(Mother's brother) adopted us in the year of 1962 but this was not done on papers means (no registered adoption deed) ,(no adoption ceremony photos) and my mother was devdasi(unmarried). so, h

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4 months ago


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Even if there is no registered adoption deed, other evidence such as school leaving certificates, mark sheets, and documents where your uncle allowed his name to be used as your father can be presented to establish the adoption. In the absence of a will, the inheritance laws of your jurisdiction will typically determine who the legal heirs are. The laws may recognize both blood relatives and adopted children as legal heirs, depending on the circumstances and local regulations. If you ...ReadMore

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Hi i am a muslim i was adopted by my adopted father without any document i have just his name on my papers id’s etc can i claim for his property legally in the court

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4 months ago


A. Dear Client
Check the adoption laws in your jurisdiction. The legal status and rights of adopted children, including inheritance rights, are often defined by these laws. In case your adopted father passes away without a will (intestate), the laws of intestate succession in your jurisdiction would typically determine how his property is distributed among legal heirs. The definition of legal heirs can vary, so it's crucial to understand the specific laws that apply to your situation. While you men ...ReadMore

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