Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

I am chilean italian, so is my 5 year old son. I was never married to his father. I am married to an american man and I want to know if he can adopt my son. We are in the US as fully legal residents and I have full custody of my child. Thanks


Asked on 12/31/11, 6:31 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Yes, it should be possible. You should arrange for a consultation

with a local attorney who handles adoptions for further advice on the matter.

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Answered on 12/31/11, 7:05 am
Paul B. Ward Law Offices of Paul B. Ward

If you know the whereabouts of the child's father you will almost certainly have to get his permission for the adoption.

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Answered on 12/31/11, 11:42 am


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