Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Re: Stepfather Adopting??

Your husband can file a petition to adopt your child. There must be a good faith effort to find the father. I find people all the time using a

website available only to lawyers and law enforcement.

You husband could oppose the adoption, but given his long absence it seems unlikely. If he opposes

the adoption there is a sound basis for a judge finding that the father abandoned his parental rights and that they should be terminated by allowing your husband to adopt your child.

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

800 273 7933

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

Stepfather adoption

In my opinion, it is likely that a Judge would approve the adoption, even if your ex appeared and objected, in light of the circumstances that you have described. If your ex cannot be found, there is a procedure to advertise in a newspaper that circulates in his last known community. Keep in mind that this answer is based on the little bit of information that you have given me and the answer might change based on other information. Further, you can only rely on legal advice from an attorney who you have retained. Feel free to call me at 856-546-8010 to schedule an appointment. Mention Law Guru and your first consultation will be free. Rob Gleaner