What is the name of your state? Texas
My husband adopted my son from a previous relationship 5 years ago. We were young and didn't seek out a good attorney. We meet with someone who said he could take care of everything, so we proceeded with a step parent adoption. Years passed and I never received a birth certificate like he promised. I called his office and no response. I went down to the courthouse to get a certified copy of the court papers and the records were sealed. The other problem is that the judge is now deceased. How can I get my son's name legally changed? He will soon need a driver's license. He has been using the name, I guess illegally, for the past 5 years. Should I hire a new lawyer or can this be done myself?
My husband adopted my son from a previous relationship 5 years ago. We were young and didn't seek out a good attorney. We meet with someone who said he could take care of everything, so we proceeded with a step parent adoption. Years passed and I never received a birth certificate like he promised. I called his office and no response. I went down to the courthouse to get a certified copy of the court papers and the records were sealed. The other problem is that the judge is now deceased. How can I get my son's name legally changed? He will soon need a driver's license. He has been using the name, I guess illegally, for the past 5 years. Should I hire a new lawyer or can this be done myself?