QUESTION
My husband wants to adopt my two small children who do not have known biological fathers. Can this be done?
Asked on Apr 20th, 2015 on Adoptions - North Carolina
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My husband wants to adopt my two children. We do not know who their biological fathers are. My children have only known my husband as daddy. I would like advice on if and how we can accomplish this with no biological fathers to consent. I would also like to know how much this will cost approximately and how long the legal process will take. My daughter currently has my ex husband's last name but he is not her biological father. Will this effect anything?
1 ANSWER
Your husband can definitely adopt your children if the proper procedures are followed. This is a complicated matter since there is a question about the identity of the biological fathers. You should consult with a local attorney to sort out all of the particulars, and to assist you with getting this matter done expeditiously. The attorney fee will differ depending on which attorney you consult, and the time involved will depend on the course of action you and your attorney decide to take. If you live in or around the Triangle, please feel free to contact us to schedule an initial consultation to discuss this matter.
Answered on Apr 20th, 2015 at 8:22 AM
Kathy Richardson Richardson Law Firm, PLLC 2310 S. Miami Blvd, Ste 134 Durham, NC 27703 919-680-2300