Q: Married for 6 years to wife, bio-dad not in picture financially or anyway the whole time. How can I adopt kids?
Been married 6 years to wife
children's biological dad have not been in their lives since 2010.
He has a child support order that he never pays.
Kids are 15,13,11.
can I adopt my step children?
will we have to find bio dad to consent to adoption?
If I can adopt them do I have to get a lawyer to do it? or can I handle the paper work myself?
A: You need to retain an experienced local adoption attorney to help you with the process. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to consult with a local attorney about the process.
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