Paternity
Paternity in Florida can be established in the following ways:
Marriage
If a man is married to a woman when a child is born, he is, for all intents and purposes, legally considered the father of the child.
Acknowledgment of Paternity
An unmarried couple can jointly sign a legal document after the child is born that states they both acknowledge that the male signatory is the father of the child.
Court Order
In cases where the fatherhood of the child is disputed, it may be necessary to get a court order from a judge that legally establishes the paternity of the child.
Administrative Order Based on Genetic Testing
The paternity can be legally established by biologically testing both the father and child in order to prove genetic inheritance.
Legitimation
When an unmarried couple has a child and later gets married. Florida Law presumes the husband to be the legal father once the marriage is official.
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PATERNITY
Establishing paternity is an important step in securing legal rights for both parents and children. Our team is here to help you navigate the process, whether you're seeking to confirm paternity for custody, child support, or parental rights. We provide knowledgeable guidance and compassionate support to protect your family's best interests."Determining legal paternity is crucial for ensuring a child's rights to support, inheritance, and parental involvement. Whether you're seeking to establish paternity for child support, custody, or visitation rights, our experienced legal team can guide you through the process. We offer compassionate and effective representation, ensuring that your family's interests are fully protected.
