Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
I am married but had a child before my husband, he wants to adopt the child how would I go about this? Does the father who did not sign the birth certificate have any rights?
Asked on 7/02/15, 6:05 am
3 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater
David P. Slater, Esq.
You will need his consent and court order.
Answered on 7/02/15, 6:20 am
Barry Kaufman
The Law Office of Barry W. Kaufman
This is not something that you should try to do on your own. Adoption law can be tricky and if not done correctly can have unintended, negative consequences down the road. Find a lawyer in your city who practices adoption law, not merely family law.
Answered on 7/02/15, 6:41 am
John Smitten
Carey and Leisure
file a petition for step-parent adoption.
Answered on 7/02/15, 7:06 pm