Chesterfield Paternity Services

Establishing Paternity in Missouri: What You Need to Know

When a child is born to parents who are not married, paternity actions may be used for establishing who the child’s father is. Usually, a person seeks to establish paternity for one of two reasons, which are either issues revolving around child support or issues revolving around child custody.

Many times mothers are seeking to establish a child support order and possibly a custody order, while fathers are many times either seeking custody or visitation rights or alternately seeking to avoid child support if they do not believe that they are actually the child’s father. Whatever your particular circumstances are, Galmiche Law Firm, P.C. can assist you with your paternity matter. We know how sensitive and emotional these matters are and are ready to bring compassionate and diligent counsel to your case.

Do not proceed with your paternity matter without speaking to a proven Chesterfield paternity attorney. Call (636) 552-4841 today.

Understanding Consent in Paternity Acknowledgment

A sworn acknowledgment of paternity, on a form provided by the State of Missouri, notarized and signed by both parents of a child born out of wedlock may be considered a legal finding of paternity, subject to either parent’s right to timely rescind the acknowledgment as provided in Missouri Statutes. Due to the legal implications resulting from signing an affidavit acknowledging paternity, it is important that in advance of signing the affidavit that you discuss the matter with a knowledgeable Chesterfield paternity attorney.

Steps to Contest Paternity Claims

If, however, a person does not believe that he is the biological father of the child, his option is to timely contest the matter in court. Paternity fraud is a very real issue. Therefore, it is critical in any court proceeding that if you feel that you may not be a child’s biological father that you request the court to enter an order for DNA testing before moving forward with any agreements.

Get Skilled Representation From Our Chesterfield Paternity Attorneys

The process of establishing paternity is a complicated area of law that has serious long-term effects upon every party involved. If you are involved in a paternity suit, it is in your best interests to contact an experienced family law attorney as soon as possible to make sure that your rights are protected.

Looking to establish paternity? Contact the Galmiche Law Firm, P.C. today to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your situation.