Legal Question in Family Law in New Mexico

Termination of Parental Rights

The legal father, he is not the biological father, lives in New Mexico, the child is 12 years old and lives in Texas with her grandparents and has since the day she was born. The child would like for the grandparents to adopt her but the legal father won't sign termination paperwork because he hates them. What is the residency requirements to file for involuntary termination of parental rights in New Mexico, the adoption would be filed in Texas. The mother will voluntarily sign termination paperwork in Texas. New Mexico laws are less strict and there is a provision that we think she would qualify for.


Asked on 5/07/08, 9:00 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Patricia F. Bushman BUSHMAN LAW OFFICES

Re: Termination of Parental Rights

Have you sat down with a good family law attorney in your area? If you haven't, I suggest you do. You need someone who handles terminations and adoptions to fully review your situation.

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Answered on 5/07/08, 3:08 pm


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