Legal Question in Family Law in Pennsylvania
I have a 5 year old daughter who has not seen her birth father for over 3 years. He has made no attempt to see her and has never paid any child support. Now my fiance would like to adopt her and I don't know what I need to do to make the adoption happen. Where do I start?
1 Answer from Attorneys
You need to file two things simultaneously: a Petition to Involuntarily Terminate Parental Rights, and a Petition for Adoption. Both are filed in your county's Orphans' Court.
You should consult with a family law attorney in your area to assist you with these. It's possible to do them yourself, but everything must be firmly in place to succeed. A Court will *not* cut corners or cut you a break when it comes to such serious business. Contact your county's Bar Association if you need suggestions for an attorney.
Best of luck to you.
Cary B. Hall, Esquire
Law Offices of Cary B. Hall, L.L.C.
121 East Chestnut Street, Suite 205
Souderton, PA 18964
T: (267) 663-9995
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