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Frequently we receive calls at Florida Family Adoptions where the pro se party has “heard” or has been “told” something about Florida adoptions that isn’t accurate. I have compiled a list of the most common myths and realities, and I hope this will help others who are contemplating filing a pro se grandparent, relative, step-parent … Read more
COMO OBTENER UNA APOSTILLA PARA UN CERTIFICADO DE NACIMIENTO DE FLORIDA Las embajadas o consulados extranjeros a menudo requieren una apostilla o un certificado notarial para los registros civiles. Uno de los documentos más comunes para los que las personas piden certificaciones de apostilla es un certificado de nacimiento de Florida. Porque se necesita una … Read more
Adopting Grandchildren?: Navigating the New Landscape of Relative Adoptions in Florida – Legal Changes and Their Implications DCF and Foster Families: No Good News for Adopting Grandchildren or Relatives in Florida Relative adoptions in Florida are undergoing a seismic shift due to recent legislative changes that significantly impact the involvement of the Department of Children … Read more
Introduction RON or Remote Online Notarization is a comprehensive online notary service. The digital service lets you sign and notarize documents electronically, all you need is a device – a computer, tablet, or smartphone – with a working webcam and microphone. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, certified Florida online notaries play an indispensable … Read more
Return to Main Apostille Page A New Chapter in International Relations: China Joins the Hague Apostille Convention China’s accession to the Hague Apostille Convention is a momentous occasion for international relations. As of November 2023, individuals and businesses seeking apostille services will benefit greatly from this development. It will streamline document legalization and improve interactions … Read more
Can I Adopt My Grandchild(ren) or Close Relative in Florida Affordably Without an Attorney? Most likely, yes! Your reasons for adopting your grandchild(ren) or relative are varied, but your situation is all too common across Florida. It is estimated that almost a half-million children in Florida live in homes with their grandparents or other close … Read more
If you are a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or sibling who wants to adopt a family member in Florida, you already know that this can be done through a relative or kinship adoption under Florida statutes chapter 63. This type of adoption is a quicker and less expensive process compared to regular adoptions. While similar to … Read more
THE HIGH COST OF MISINFORMATION PRO SE (NON-LAWYER) ADOPTIONS IN FLORIDA If I were given the task of picking the one thing that most adversely affects pro se petitioners filing cases in the Florida Courts, it would have to be, hands down, the issue of misinformation. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines misinformation as “incorrect or misleading … Read more
THE REAL DEAL ABOUT RELATIVE ADOPTIONS IN FLORIDA Over the past 25 years, the face of Florida families has changed dramatically. As a result, there are more grandparents raising grandchildren and aunts and uncles raising nieces and nephews. Adult siblings are stepping up to adopt and raise their younger siblings. It’s only logical that the … Read more
Adoption by Grandparents and Stepparents in Florida I have previously blogged about the mechanics of Florida stepparent and relative Adoptions, Florida grandparent adoption forms, and Florida relative and stepparent adoption forms. Now I’d like to take a little time to discuss the many advantages and benefits of a stepparent or grandparent adoption, both personal and … Read more