Establishing paternity is a crucial step for unmarried couples, as it creates a legal relationship between a father and his child. This can provide benefits such as support, health insurance, and Social Security and Veteran Survivor benefits. Additionally, establishing paternity also secures the father's parental rights in the event of a separation between the couple.
If two parents are responsible for creating the child, then both are also responsible for raising and providing for the child. Any disputes in this regard necessitate legal intervention to deliver to the mother/father or child what is rightfully his or hers under Texas paternity law. I take a comprehensive approach to paternity issues, protecting the rights of individuals seeking to establish or refute parentage.
A Dallas paternity lawyer can guide you through the entire process. I represent women seeking to establish paternity rights for the purpose of receiving child support. I help clients obtain a court-ordered DNA test and provide immediate assistance in situations where the client is pregnant or recently had a child and wants to prove parentage to receive income support for their child.
If you are facing a paternity allegation and want to challenge it, I can help. I will work with you to gather evidence and build a strong case to support your claim.
It is not uncommon for paternity cases to surface when the children are older. If you are seeking to establish paternity or challenge an allegation of paternity involving older children, I can help. I will work with you to navigate the legal process and achieve a successful outcome.
In addition to establishing paternity, I also provide legal services related to child custody, support, and visitation. I understand the importance of protecting the rights of both mothers and fathers in these matters and will work with you to achieve a favorable outcome.
