Legal Question in Family Law in Arkansas

I have legal guardianship of my cousin's child for nearly 6 years now. My cousin is deceased. Child's mother is incarcerated and has not made contact with him for 5 years now. Child is 13. We want to legally adopt & he especially wants to legally change his name. Is there an age that we should wait for so the judge will hear his desires & judge in his/our favor?


Asked on 3/06/11, 2:29 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Chad Oldham Oldham Law Firm, PLLC

No. The standard is what is in the "best interest of the child". Given the mother has made no contact for more than a year, you don't even need her consent. Consult with an attorney in your area.

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Answered on 3/10/11, 8:44 pm


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