Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

what forms need to be filed to adopt our grandson whom we have had temporary custody of for 9 years?


Asked on 10/15/10, 8:27 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Phillip M. Cook Cook Legal Services, LLC

If the biological parents are alive, you will need either: (i) a Court order showing that their parental rights have been (voluntarily or involuntarily) terminated, or (ii) a document wherein they consent to your adoption of their children. You will also need to file a petition with the Court requesting approval of the adoption. I STRONGLY recommend that you hire a Maryland family law attorney to guide you through this process.

Best of luck.******The above is for informational purposes and does not create an attorney-client privilege.******

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Answered on 10/20/10, 11:19 pm


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