Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

I have a son with someone who is chose not to be a part of our lives nor does he want to be a part of my son's life. My son has my last name, not his father. Should I marry someone one day and I want my husband to adopt my son, do I need to file a petition to have his biological father's parental rights terminated in order for my husband to adopt my son? I do not have child support and do not want it.


Asked on 8/11/14, 8:06 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
John Smitten Carey and Leisure

Yes you would have to file a petition to terminate parental rights plus adoption.

Use of a lawyer is recommended.

John Smitten, Esquire

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Answered on 8/12/14, 3:29 am
Robert McCall Law Office of Robert McCall

Any termination of parental rights / adoption must be done thru the court system.

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Answered on 8/12/14, 5:41 am


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