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I'm just getting started in this whole process... and I'm not sure where to begin.

The background: There is a great student (15 years old) that I have been tutoring for 3 years or so, he is in the US with his family (mom and sister) illegally from Mexico.

I would like to find out how I could go about legally adopting him (at least partially, I have no intention of "removing" his mother's parental rights unless absolutely necessary.)

I'm assuming that he would have to return to Mexico and be 'sponsored' by me to enter the country legally?

I'm really dedicated to doing this. He is a wonderful kid and deserves every chance in life!

Please help?