Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

Relinquishing parental rights

What do I have to do in order to have my ex give up her legal rights to our daughter. she is 8 and i have had physical custodty since she was 3. Her mothers has not paid child support in over 6 months and hardley ever does. What do I need to get to do this?


Asked on 8/29/08, 9:19 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

Re: Relinquishing parental rights

If she signs off, and you file the necessary papers in court, this is a good beginning.

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Answered on 8/29/08, 10:06 am
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Re: Relinquishing parental rights

You would need to file a complaint for Modification of your Divorce Judgment, unless you are remarries and she is willing to sign her assent to a Petition for Adoption by your current spouse. Good Luck.

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Answered on 8/29/08, 10:30 pm


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