How can I object to the adoption?

You must file a written appearance in Barnstable Probate and Family Court by 03/10/2026.

What is the deadline to file an objection?

The deadline to file an objection is 10:00 AM on 03/10/2026.

Who can get an attorney for the adoption case?

Indigent persons can request an attorney as defined by SJC Rule 3:10.

Where is the court located for this adoption?

The court is located at Barnstable Probate and Family Court, 3195 Main Street, Barnstable, MA.

Petition for adoption and name change of Myteenor Gainous, III to Marcus Gainous Hardy.

Official Courthouse Record · AI-summarized for clarity

Published: Feb 5, 2026 · 2 months ago
Category: Name Change
City: West Palm Beach
Case #: BA25A0136AD

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What You Should Do Next

1
File Written Appearance
Submit your written appearance to the Barnstable Probate and Family Court by 03/10/2026.
2
Contact Court for Forms
Reach out to an Assistant Judicial Case Manager or Adoption Clerk for necessary forms.
3
Review Indigency Criteria
Check if you qualify as an indigent person to request an attorney.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I object to the adoption?: You must file a written appearance in Barnstable Probate and Family Court by 03/10/2026.
What is the deadline to file an objection?: The deadline to file an objection is 10:00 AM on 03/10/2026.
Who can get an attorney for the adoption case?: Indigent persons can request an attorney as defined by SJC Rule 3:10.
Where is the court located for this adoption?: The court is located at Barnstable Probate and Family Court, 3195 Main Street, Barnstable, MA.

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Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF ADOPTION
In the matter of: Myteenor Gainous, III
To:
Francesca Karlson
Myteenor Gainous, II
Any unnamed or unknown parent and persons interested in a petition for the adoption of said child and to the Department of Children and Families of saidCommonwealth. 
A petition has been presented to the Barnstable Probate and Family Court, 3195 Main Street PO Box 346, Barnstable, Ma 02630, (508)375-6710, under docket number BA25A0136AD, by 
Victoria Elizabeth Hardy of Hyannis, Ma
requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to 
Marcus Gainous Hardy
If you object to this adoption you are entitled to the appointment of an attorney if you are an indigent person. An indigent person is defined by SJC Rule 3:10. The definition includes but is not limited to persons receiving TAFDC, EACDC, poverty related veteran's benefits, Medicaid, and SSI. The court will determine if you are indigent. Contact an Assistant Judicial Case Manager or Adoption Clerk of the Court on or before the date listed below to obtain the necessary forms. 
IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: 
Barnstable
ON OR BEFORE TEN O'CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 
03/10/2026
It is ordered that notice of said proceeding be given by mailing to the Department of Children and Families and by delivering in hand and if in hand service cannot be accomplished, then by mailing by certified mail, return receipt requested, a copy of the foregoing citation to said persons fourteen days at least before said return date, and if service is made by mail, unless it shall appear that all persons interested have received actual notice, by publishing a copy thereof in THE PALM BEACH POST publication to be once in each of three consecutive weeks, the last publication to be seven (7) days at least before said return day. 
 
Publication Dates
LSAR0444282