Legal Question in Family Law in California
I adopted a foster child 3 months before I got married. He calls my husband Dad. Can I seek child support even though he hasn't legally adopted him?
Asked on 9/19/12, 10:26 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
He may be a presumed father under the doctrine of parentage by estoppel. You need to consult with a competent family law attorney who is thoroughly familiar with California's quirky paternity laws.
Answered on 9/19/12, 12:41 pm
Mr. Roach is exactly right. It is possible that he could be deemed responsible as if he had adopted the child. Such cases are based on fairly obscure law, and will depend on a detailled examination of the facts. So there really is no way to get a good answer to your question without spending time with an attorney one on one.
Answered on 9/19/12, 9:42 pm
Related Questions & Answers
Looking for something else?
10,200 active attorneys ready to answer your legal questions today.
Featured Attorneys
Earn additional revenue and grow your business.
