Legal Question in Family Law in Nebraska

Adoption of a child in a remarriage situation

My ex-husband passed away and my fiance would like to adopt my daughter so that she can carry his last name. What steps do we have to take to get this done? Do we have to wait until we are legally married for him to legally adopt her?


Asked on 12/31/07, 10:04 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

David Tarvi n Tarvin Law Office

Re: Adoption of a child in a remarriage situation

The process will be much easier if you are married first. You should hire an attorney that handles adoptions. How long will it be before you are married?

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Answered on 1/09/08, 8:43 pm


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