Once a surrender form is notarized, are there other requirements to finalize the process before going through with the adoption?
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Once a surrender form is notarized, are there other requirements to finalize the process before going through with the adoption?
My daughter’s biological father has agreed to sign over all rights so my husband can adopt her. I’m not sure if I still have to go through the court to have a voluntary surrender finalized or if a notary is enough.
Asked on July 9, 2012 under Family Law, Massachusetts
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Even though your daughter's biological father has had his signature notraized on a surrender form for the adoption of your daughter by your husband, there still is required to be a petition filed in the county court house where you reside with service of the petition on all interested parties before the adoption is finalized.
In essence the court must have a hearing on the petition and issue an order approving it to be filed with the court clerk. I suggest that you consult further with a family law attorney about the matter you are writing about for further assistance.
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