Legal Question in Family Law in California

Re: Determining paternity

File a summons and petition for paternity. Call me directly at (619) 222-3504.

Re: Determining paternity

I also address the issue of establishing paternity on my website (www.the-divorce.com) (Paternity & BLOG). Feel free to check out the info there. Also, you may want to check to see if the mom has an open file/case at the Los Angeles Dept of Child Support Services (or county where mom resides). If so, step up & ask if she has named him "dad" on papers.... if so, they will tell him..and he can request DNA testing - @ $200 thru them, if child is yours... you pay for testing, if not... you don't. As a former Deputy District Attorney (Riv. Co.) in the Child/Family Support Division, its my experience that establishing paternity/child support thru this manner is the cheapest route, if she has an open case (unborn child OK to open case). If, however, no case open there, he can establish paternity on his own accord through the Uniform Parentage Act and have the court order DNA testing. DNA test cost significantly greater @ $200-600 per person..mom,dad..baby - buchel swab (mouth swab). If he is found to be dad, then issues such as custody/support will likely need resolution. In any case, seek legal counsel. Feel free to call (888-500-DIVORCE) to set up free 1/2 hr. initial consultation if you desire.

Reply: Determining paternity

In a general sense, the procedure is to file a "Complaint To Establish Paternity". Then the court will order a DNA test if paternity is questioned.

For a specific opinion regarding your individual circumstances, I suggest that you consult with an experienced family law lawyer. Experience is not expensive, it's priceless!

You will find some valuable information on various California family law issues by visiting my web site.

Good luck to you!

Brian Levy, Esq.

www.calattorney.com