Southern California Paternity Lawyers
In the state of California, the law is written to encourage relationships between a child and both the biological mother and father. In some cases, however, creating legal status for the biological father of a child requires a paternity action in court. Once legal paternity is established, the biological father will usually be eligible for custody and visitation rights and can be required to pay child support.
At the law firm of Russakow / Greene & Tan, our experienced family law attorneys work with individuals in paternity cases in the Los Angeles area and the surrounding communities of Southern California. Establishment of paternity is not only important for the biological mother and father, but also for the child who thereby becomes eligible for social security, health insurance and other benefits. Our firm understands the paternity process and we work with our clients to make the process as easy and efficient as possible.
Contact us at Russakow / Greene & Tan to learn more about the laws that govern paternity in the state of California and your rights in a paternity case.
Paternity, Custody and Related Issues in Los Angeles
If one or both of the parents wants to bring a paternity action in court, they must file the appropriate court documents for custody, visitation, child support and other issues relating to their child. When parents agree to the biological paternity of the child in question, they can move on to resolve other issues. When paternity is disputed, a DNA test may be necessary to establish legal parenthood.
In cases where the mother is married to someone other than the biological father of the child, there is a possibility that the biological father will have greater difficulty establishing a legal right to play a role in the child's upbringing. If the father wants to assume responsibility for the child, which may include making child support payments, the court may decide that the biological father should also have custody and visitation rights. It is important for fathers to get the assistance of an experienced attorney to help present their case and protect their rights in paternity actions.
Contact Us at Russakow / Greene & Tan
For more information about establishing paternity rights and responsibilities in the state of California, contact us at Russakow / Greene & Tan. We will answer your questions and help you protect your rights in a paternity case. Call us in Pasadena at 626.768.3320 or in Ontario at 866.674.7061.
