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  • Jan 11, 2012, 09:14 PM
    Jcanon86
    Can I adopt my girlfriend's son legally in the state of West Virginia?
    I am in a same sex relationship and I want to adopt my girlfriends son but I don't know what the laws are in West Virginia.
  • Jan 12, 2012, 09:22 AM
    Fr_Chuck
    After you and her marry, and if the child's bio father will sign over his rights to allow the adoption, yes you can.

    *** edit, did not see the same sex relationship first read,
  • Jan 12, 2012, 10:40 AM
    kcomissiong
    West Virginia doesn't have a law that explicitly allows same sex couple to step-parent adopt, however, they have allowed second parent adoption. Thisis a good link. (The info regarding W.Virginia is on page 4). I do think you need a lawyer though.
  • Jan 12, 2012, 10:42 AM
    ScottGem
    Most attorneys offer a free initial consult.

    In your situation I wouldn't even begin this process without an attorney. So shop around for one.

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