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A friend of mine is going through a divorce. He adopted his wifes daughter at the age of 2, she is now 8. Because of the problems the soon to be exwife is bringing upon him. He would like to give up all rights to his child. My question is 1. Is that even possible to do? 2. Is there some sort of legal support group or just a support group that can help answer questions for him over the phone since he does not have a computer. Thank you!

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Originally Posted By Greg Franklin

By becoming the adoptive father of his wife's child, your friend stepped into the shoes of the child's biological father. This includes all of the rights of a biological father, but also the burdens. Your question suggests that your friend does not want to have anything more to do with his child; I hope that is not the case.

I suggest that your friend speak with his attorney, who will be able to answer his legal questions. I am not aware of any particular support groups (particularly since you did not mention where you are located). Perhaps a local church or similar group can point him in the right direction.

Greg Franklin