Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Stepfather wants to adopt child. Biological father willing to terminate parental rights. Do we need an attorney?


Asked on 10/02/12, 12:34 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Dunn Mark D. Dunn

Yes. You can't do this yourself.

Your lawyer will file a petition for termination and adoption. Dad will sign an affidavit of relinquishment. There will be a social study (it's required by the Family Code).

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Answered on 10/05/12, 12:01 pm


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