Q: Hello I need to find what forms i need to file with the court so my husband can adopt my daughter.
bio dad is not around hasnt been in over three years. i have two other children with my current husband.i dont think bio dad will try to stop it but i cant get ahold of him to sign his rights over im in indiana
A: The court clerk for your relevant county should be able to provide you with the requisite forms. However, the adoption process can be fairly complex, and therefore it might be a good idea to sit down with an experienced attorney and/or seek representation for your case.
A: You can get sample forms from the clerk, or possibly even at your county's website. Without the biological dad around to consent, there are things that need to be addressed with the court in order for this to have a chance at working. This is a scenario that can get very complicated very quickly. You may file all the forms correctly and still miss something that delays this even further, I would highly recommend that you hire an attorney if at all possible.
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