Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
Parent abandonment of a child
My daughter's father (whom I was never married to)has not seen or contacted her since April 28, 2001. How long do I have to wait before my husband can adopt my daughter, without her birth fathers consent?
Asked on 1/08/02, 10:48 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Joel Cohen
Joel M. Cohen,P.A.
Re: Parent abandonment of a child
There is no time period to wait.Be certain that your attorney complies with the new adoption statute to terminate any parental rights before the adoption petition is filed.
Answered on 1/08/02, 11:15 pm
Sanford Martin
Martin Law Office
Re: Parent abandonment of a child
Waiting is unlikely to help. Seek consent of the biological father to the adoption. Whether he consents or not, file for adoption, after consulting with a local family law attorney as to the proper adoption action to avoid problems.
Answered on 1/10/02, 12:42 pm
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