Alabama Fathers' Rights Attorney
Establishing paternity or excluding paternity is important for parents, as well as children. Once paternity is established, children are granted inheritance rights, as well as the Social Security benefits and veteran's benefits of the fathers. The mother can also request child support from the biological father once paternity has been legally established.
At Gina H. McDonald & Associates, in Birmingham, Alabama, we are committed to protecting the rights of our clients by providing, proving or excluding paternity. If you have questions about paternity or legitimation, it is important to speak with a lawyer you can trust as soon as possible.
Experienced Oneonta Paternity Attorneys
Paternity is often an issue for unwed fathers and mothers seeking to protect the future rights of their children and in divorce actions where there are allegations of adultery. While it is more common for mothers to take legal action to establish the paternal obligation of fathers, we have nevertheless represented a number of fathers seeking to establish their parental rights.
- Uncontested paternity claims — Parents can establish paternity, custody, visitation and support without by agreement. This agreement must be approved by the court to become legally binding. It is important to consult with an attorney before entering into such an agreement.
- Contested paternity — When paternity is contested or when parents refuse to comply with court ordered DNA paternity testing, it is imperative to seek legal representation. Paternity can be challenged even when the presumed father's name was placed on the birth certificate. In contested paternity cases, the court has the power to compel presumptive parents to submit to DNA paternity testing. The results will determine whether a parent has a legal right to make a child custody or child support claim. Paternity can be challenged even when a child was born into a marriage.
Our firm represents fathers and mothers in paternity actions. We understand the significance that established paternity has upon the lives of children and families. We are committed to helping establish or exclude our clients in paternity actions.
Legitimation and Paternity in Alabama
Schedule an appointment and talk with one of our experienced attorneys about legitimation and paternity in Alabama. We have offices in Birmingham and Oneonta. Contact our firm by e-mail or by calling us toll free at 888-412-9047.
