Legal Question in Family Law in California

Re: Baby's last name if not married?

Even though you are not married the child should have the father's last name. you should name the baby whatever you choose and use his last name. If you have further questions please call us at (909)274-0057 eve/wknds

Re: Baby's last name if not married?

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NOW, IN RESPONSE TO YOUR INQUIRY --

Yes. Just put it on the Birth Certificate and the

Voluntary Declaration of Paternity if the father is

willing to sign one. Keep in mind that you and the

baby will have different last names, until/unless you

do marry the father.

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