Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

my ex husband and i have 1 daughter. We have been divorced for 3 years seperated for 4. He does not see or call her and i have full custody. He is also incarcerated. I have since remarried and would like my husband to adopt my daughter. What do i need to do to legalize this and where do i go to do it?


Asked on 9/10/10, 4:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

You should arrange for a consultation with a local attorney in your area

who handles adoption matters. In your case, your husband would

specifically be seeking a step-parent adoption of your daughter.

Your local bar association should be able to provide you with a few names of

local attorneys who handle such matters.

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Answered on 9/15/10, 8:30 pm


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