Legal Question in Family Law in New York
Terminating parental duty
My husband and I are presently getting a divorce. However I am pregnant and would like him to sign over his parental rights how do I go about that, and do I need a lawyer for this?
Asked on 5/27/06, 5:26 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Andrew Nitzberg
Andrew Nitzberg & Associates
Re: Terminating parental duty
1. Congratulations (I hope this is right) on the blessed event.
2. You do not need a lawyer.
3. The 'rights' you refer to are largely visitation and the opportunity to contest an adoption.
He cannot avoid his duty to pay support.
4. I would recommend acting quickly before the impact of impending fatherhood hits him. He may insist on becoming an involved father. Having a child can have a big impact on a man.
Answered on 5/28/06, 5:57 pm
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