Q: I have a 7 year old and step dad wants to adopt her? Father is absent completely! How can we do this?
I have a 7 year old, dad knows about her and is absent never met her or tried to get to know her or see her and is not on birth cert. I (mom) don’t have contact with father anymore! I have been married since 2014 and husband wants to legally adopt my daughter he is the only father she has ever known. How can we accomplish this?
A: You may be eligible for a step-parent adoption. There are several factors that determine whether the biological father's rights should be terminated to allow the adoption. You should contact an experienced family law attorney to discuss your options. Because the process can be complicated, I would not recommend that you go it alone without counsel.
Regina Irene Edwards and Homer P Jordan IV agree with this answer
A: I agree with my colleague, it depends on the facts of the case as to whether or not this would be allowed. You should consult with an attorney regarding the proper course of action. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558 HomerJordan.com
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