Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

my son was adopted by his step father over 13 years ago. now his mother and i are together want us to have the same name. do i have to go through the whole adoption process again even though he is my biological son?


Asked on 11/03/10, 7:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ken Gober (Austin TX) Lee, Gober & Reyna

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You can change a child's name without adoption, but the adoptive-father (just as a biological father would) will need to sign-off on the name change.

I suggest you consult with a local family law attorney for more information.

Good Luck!

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Answered on 11/09/10, 4:23 am


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