Legal Question in Family Law in Arizona

my EXgirlfriend is having my son. I want him to go by MY name. She just wants me to sign the birth certificate, but wants to give him HER last name. What are our rights in this situation?


Asked on 8/08/11, 7:28 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Rich Peters R.J. Peters & Assoc., P.C.

You have the right to force her (through legal proceedings) to add your name to the child's last name, even if just hyphenated.

I realize this response is very delayed. I had been out of the LAWGURU response mode for awhile.

However, if you still desire such, we can certainly help you consider and then pursue your options. This is obviously a very important matter, and you should not go in alone.

One of our attorneys can explain the issues and procedures better in person. As you can imagine, there is too much to cover via email. We offer free 1/2 hour consultations, in which we can discuss your matter in detail.

Please call us directly to discuss the specifics of your matter, or contact my assistant Alicia or my paralegal Jennifer to schedule your free 1/2 hour consultation.

/s/ Rich J. Peters

R.J. Peters & Assoc., P.C.

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Phoenix, Arizona 85004

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Answered on 9/14/11, 7:58 am


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