What do we do in order for my husband to legally adopt my 19 year old daughter?

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What do we do in order for my husband to legally adopt my 19 year old daughter?

Her biological father said years ago he would never sign her over, yet he has not seen her in years. Is it basically the same as a name change?

Asked on June 17, 2015 under Family Law, California

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 8 years ago | Contributor

How wonderful of your husband to do this.  You would have to go through the same adoption process as if your daughter were small, but the requirements might be a little different given her age.  Also, it is not always a slam dunk depending on your state so I would check with an attorney in your are on the specifics of your state laws. It is much different than a name change.  It gives your daughter legal rights of inheritance, etc., where a simple name change does not.  Good luck.


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