Legal Question in Family Law in California

If the father of my child signs over all legal rights, does he still have to pay child support?


Asked on 7/18/12, 2:40 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Anthony Roach Law Office of Anthony A. Roach

Agreements between parents that waive the right to seek child support are unenforceable in California.

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Answered on 7/18/12, 3:47 pm
B. Stuart Walker Law Office of B. Stuart Walker

I agree with Mr. Roach's answer. But if you have a significant other person, of good character, who wants to assume the rights and obligations of the father - then it can be done.

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Answered on 7/18/12, 9:50 pm
Arlene Kock Law Offices of Arlene D. Kock APLC

If you are referring to acquiring an order terminating fathers parental rights, then the obligation to support that child by the bio dad ends.

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Answered on 7/19/12, 7:09 am


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