what to ask a paternity lawyer

by Dr. Marco Larkin 8 min read

At your initial consultation, briefly describe your case to the paternity lawyer and detail the outcome you are looking for. Ask about experience, how many cases the lawyer has handled and won, and for any client references. Pay attention to how the paternity lawyer treats you and the office staff.

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Do I need a lawyer for a paternity test?

Do you have any Paternity questions and need some legal advice or guidance? Ask a Lawyer to get an answer or read through our 18 previously answered Paternity questions.

What is a paternity test in family law?

Ask A Lawyer: Questions Concerning Paternity. Question: My son has been in a relationship with a girl for a little over a year. He recently found out that she was sexually active with another gentleman and broke off the relationship. 3 weeks later she came to my son with the news that she was pregnant! I have instructed my son to limit his ...

Who is the legal father in a paternity case?

Sep 20, 2019ย ยท Because paternity determination may have far reaching implications, for instance respecting inheritance, the law aims to place limits on who, how, and when can bring an action to court to get such parenthood declaration. In California, the law only allows specific persons to bring a lawsuit to establish (or to question) a parent-child relationship.

What happens if the man seeking to establish paternity does not appear?

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