Legal Question in Family Law in California
i am 18 and pregnant and the father wants to continue on with his life. is there any way i can get him to pay child support? if so, how do i go about it?
Asked on 8/23/10, 4:33 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
You will have to file a petition for paternity, to start what is known as a parentage action. I suggest that you speak to the family law facilitator at your nearest courthouse.
Answered on 8/29/10, 2:52 pm
Don't waste you time with the family law facilitator on this. The Department of Child Support Services will help you establish paternity and a support order.
Answered on 8/29/10, 6:11 pm
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
Not if you aren't receiving public assistance.
Answered on 8/29/10, 7:53 pm