In Texas, establishing paternity is an important legal process that confers a number of rights and obligations upon a child's father. These rights include the ability to seek custody or visitation rights, as well as the obligation to provide financial support in the form of child support. Paternity can be established through several methods, including voluntary acknowledgment, presumption, or court adjudication.
Voluntary acknowledgment involves the signing of an Acknowledgement of Paternity Form by both the mother and father. This form may be executed at the hospital at the time of the child's birth or at a later date through the office of vital records. Once signed and filed, the acknowledgment can be difficult to revoke, although there are limited circumstances in which it may be possible.
Presumption is another method of establishing paternity that applies when a child is born during a marriage or within a certain timeframe following a divorce, or when a man continuously lives with the child for the first two years of their life and represents to others that the child is his. The presumed father is recognized as the legal father unless he signs a denial of paternity or the court orders otherwise.
Finally, paternity may be adjudicated through a court proceeding initiated by the mother, father, or child. Genetic testing may be ordered to confirm or refute paternity, and the court will issue an order based on the results of the test. The process of establishing paternity can be complex, and individuals seeking to establish paternity should consult with an experienced family law attorney to ensure that their rights and interests are protected.
It is important to retain an experienced attorney to help determine paternity issues. If you are concerned about this type of matter, the Texas paternity attorneys at Ball Morse Lowe PLLC can help you protect or assert your rights. Call us at (214) 272-0964 or contact us via our online form to set up a consultation with a paternity attorney.
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