Can my child's stepparent adopt my child?

A stepparent can adopt a child with the consent of the natural parent. This will permanently terminate all parental rights between the natural parent and the child. A stepparent can also adopt a stepchild without the express consent of the natural parent if it can be shown that there has been no support paid by the natural parent and no contact with the minor child for more than one year before the filing of an adoption petition.

Temporary Procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic

Our best wishes go out to everyone as we face challenging times together. In an effort to help prevent the spread of the corona virus we have decided to work remotely as much as possible. My staff and I are still willing and able to assist with your new legal issues and/or navigate through your existing case however we will do so by phone. You are also welcome to either call or email at your convenience as we are all checking emails and voicemails on a regular basis. Please do not stop by the office unless you have called first to determine if someone will be available “in-person”.

Depending on your circumstances, if we are handling an existing case for you it may either be continued to a later date or held by phone. We will let you know the status of your hearing as soon as we know. Please keep in mind that protocol is changing daily as this is a fluid situation.

I wish you and your families good health and peace moving forward.

Deborah Ruby
Ruby & Associates, LPA

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