Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

An adult male was born in Florida and adopted by his biological grandmother and step-grandfather at birth. The biological mother signed over her rights and the biological father was not notified at the time. The child, now 25 years old, has since found and developed a relationship with his biological father. He wishes to change his name to that of his biological father and have the biological father listed on his birth certificate. What paperwork should be filled out to do this?


Asked on 5/02/14, 2:00 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
John Smitten Carey and Leisure

There is no "paperwork" to fill out. A person can change their name with the court but the biological father would have to terminate the parental rights of the adoptive parents then re-adopt his own son. This will cost in excess of ten thousand dollars and if you do not use a lawyer you will 100% lose.

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Answered on 5/03/14, 5:33 am


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