Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia
child laws
what do i need to do since my childs father wants to give up his rights? do my husband and I need a lawyer for this?
Asked on 3/03/08, 7:51 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Re: child laws
As a practical matter, no Virginia court will permit your child's father
"to give up his rights" (to this child) unless your husband is ready to assume those rights(as well as obligations) through what is known as a step-parent adoption of the child.
And, yes, you should have an attorney to handle such a matter.
Answered on 3/03/08, 8:34 pm