Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: child support

Once the adoption is complete and you've waived all parental rights and the children have a secure provider, then you should be able to have a court terminate the support obligation or it may be automatic.

Re: child support

You can terminate your parental rights right now. You don't have to wait for the adoption proceedings.

Re: child support

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Since the grandfather is petitioning for adoption, you can voluntarily renounce all parental rights at this time and thus stop your obligation for child support.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.