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KRB3
Jan 23, 2009, 02:11 PM
My daughter's biological father has just let me know that he wants to voluntarily give up his parental right to allow my husband to adopt her. If he states that in a letter and has it notarized will that be accepted in court?

this8384
Jan 23, 2009, 02:25 PM
If your current husband is willing to adopt the child, then the courts may allow it. Try filing in court rather than sending in a notarized letter because ultimately, it's the court's decision as to what's best for the child.

KRB3
Jan 23, 2009, 02:29 PM
We want to get this letter and then go to the lawyer and file in court with this letter.

this8384
Jan 23, 2009, 02:30 PM
If everyone's in agreement, a lawyer isn't necessary. What state are you in? A lot of states have pro se forms so you don't need to get an attorney.