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Frequently asked questions concerning how to adopt a stepchild and what are the procedures of adoption, Dallas attorney, Shelly B. West

How to Adopt a Stepchild

Question: How does a stepfather begin the adoption process for a stepchild?

Answer: To accomplish an adoption, your wife must file suit and give notice to the father of the child. It is possible that the father would be agreeable to the adoption of the child, and if he is, he can sign an affidavit to that effect. It depends on the judge concerning whether an attorney would be appointed to represent the child, an attorney ad litem, in a step-parent circumstance. If so, you can expect to pay that attorney as well. Some judges don't require an attorney ad litem in a step-parent scenario. Filing fees in Dallas County for 2005 are $191.00, plus $8.00 for each citation needed. My retainer for an adoption would $2000.00 plus the filing fees.

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