Step Parent Adoption

[JENNIE HUBBARD]

i am from Florida. i divorced 5 years ago and my ex husband signed away his parental rights at the time of the divorce. my new husband wants to adopt my 6 year old. how can we do this? do we need a lawyer? and will I have to contact my ex?

 

[Elliotg]

Depending on your comfort level, you might be able to do this without an attorney's assistance. There are some standard forms involved. You can locate them at http://www.flcourts.org/. Click on the self-help icon. Then go to the family law forms.

Good Luck, Elliot Jay Goldstein (Attorney with offices in Tampa and St. Petersburg)

The above information is provided as a courtesy, without any consideration and without knowledge of the specific facts. Do not rely on this information. Seek a formal consultation with an attorney.