No. Even if the biological father is not identified on the birth certificate, it is not that simple. Your husband would need to petition to adopt...

Yes. There is a process. You must give the father notice. Contact your local clerk of court. There should be forms available. Check on line at...

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Yes, your sister can adopt your baby. Your sister, and if she is married her spouse, will initiate the process. They can finalize the adoption...

How can i terminate parental rights with no contact info?

Yes. If you had an anonymous donor, you will need an affidavit from the clinic. If you had a known donor, you are required to search the public...

How can my husband adopt my child if I don't know who the father is?

Yes. There are two approaches. 1) If you know their identifies, notify each potential father, or 2) Publish a notice to any potential father. You...

There is no form. First, you must explain why it is appropriate to not provide notice to your biological father before his parental rights are...

How do I change my daughters last name if her other parent has not been involved since July 2019?

See your local clerk about a self-help package for a name change. I do not recommend changing her name twice. Once you are married, your husband...

What do I file if my niece doesn't want her baby but want to give it to me ?

If you live in NC and your niece lives in Ohio, you can adopt the child in NC. You may also have the option to finalize in Ohio. You may need a...

Your husband files a petition to adopt. You sign a consent. For the birth father, you have three options. 1) Obtain the father’s consent; 2)...

How can I legally change my Childs last name?

If your husband adopts your child as a stepparent, the child’s name can be changed as a part of the adoption. If you just want to change her name,...