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In step-parent adoptions, you need to be married and the amount of time married depends on the state. In some states, it is 6 months and in others, it is 2 years. Even though the bio-father isn't listed on the birth certificate, he will still have to be notified about the adoption and paternity will probably have to be established. He can even contest it if he so wishes. We just finished our step-parent adoption less than a year ago and we used a lawyer. It doesn't seem as if your case would be so cut and dry because of the birth certificate/paternity issue and you might want to at least consult with an attorney.
Last edited by Eventually : 08-17-2003 at 08:23 PM.
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