Q: Is there a way to give my husband rights to my son? I'm the only parent of him. I want to change his last name.
I need a way to do it less expensive as im unable to work. The father left and never came back never met the child and isnt on the birth certificate. He bas no rights as we were unwed.
A: You can petition for a step-parent adoption.
Regina Irene Edwards and Homer P Jordan IV agree with this answer
A: He needs to file for stepparent adoption. Talk to an attorney about the process.
Homer P Jordan IV agrees with this answer
A: I agree with my colleagues, you can take the legal steps for him to adopt your son. You should speak with an attorney. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558 HomerJordan.com
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