Costa Mesa DNA Paternity Tests Attorney
At my law firm, Barbara Klein, Attorney at Law, I represent men and women in paternity actions and related matters. As a family law attorney with extensive experience in this area of law, I work diligently to protect my clients' rights and achieve their goals.
If you have a question about paternity as it affects your rights and responsibilities, contact my firm. I can review your situation and explain your options.
Establishing Paternity
There are two ways to establish paternity. You can sign a declaration at the time of birth affirming that you are indeed the father. The other way is to be declared the father of a child by a court of law. Neither document gives you any custody or visitation rights, though you very well may be held responsible for paying child support. Unfair? Perhaps, but the law favors a parent who has physical possession of the child.
I am Barbara Klein, a family law attorney with more than 16 years of experience in paternity, child support and child custody and visitation matters. My firm represents fathers and mothers in all aspects of paternity. Whether you are a father or a mother of a child, I can advise and represent you regarding child support, custody and visitation matters. My firm will work diligently to protect your rights and achieve your goals.
The "Best Interest" Standard
Courts always decide questions involving children in ways that are in the "best interest" of the child. For a non-married father to obtain visitation rights or custody, it often requires significant efforts and a long-term commitment on his part. If you are willing to make this commitment and have the qualities needed to provide a positive parental role in your child's life, my firm will work tirelessly to achieve your goal.
Get Legal Help Today
For a consultation with an experienced Irvine paternity attorney, contact Barbara Klein in Irvine, California.
