Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

Terminating Parental Rights in GA???

I have a 5 year old son who is disable and my sons father has not been in the picture almost his entire life. I would like to terminate his parental rights, so that I can change his last name and one day, my husband can adopt my son. Do I have to have the fathers permission or is there a way you can avoid that? He doesnt want anything to do with our son, yet he refuses to sign over his rights.


Asked on 10/31/07, 2:03 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Re: Terminating Parental Rights in GA???

The termination and adoption are one proceeding. If you're in the Atlanta area, call us to discuss the details.

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Answered on 10/31/07, 3:00 pm
Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

Re: Terminating Parental Rights in GA???

The adoption IS the procedure whereby parental rights are terminated. The father does not have to agree; however, the father must be served with a copy of the adoption papers. Consult with a local attorney.

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Answered on 10/31/07, 4:27 pm


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