Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

discovered last year i have grandson from my deceased son, trying to help him get survivor benefits from SSA my sons DNA is at Suffolk co examiners office crime lab. This was verified . They said need court order I am trying to complete paperwork . My Question is Can i File for DNA on his behalf ? SSA keeps telling mother needs DNA, They tell me just submit notorized letter stating I acknowledge him as grandson which I did no response, called Child support , called SSA , called Family court here in Florida No One Can Help Can you give help


Asked on 10/21/16, 12:37 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Believe you need a Suffolk County Criminal attorney to help you.

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Answered on 10/21/16, 12:46 pm
Lucreita Becude Lucreita D. Becude, P.A.

I don't believe you have standing to file for DNA. The mother will need to file a paternity case action and request a paternity test be done in conjunction with the Suffolk co examiners office crime lab since they hold your son's DNA. I suggest you hire an attorney as this is not going to be something simple and if you mess up there may not be any do overs.

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Answered on 10/21/16, 1:18 pm
Robert McCall Law Office of Robert McCall

Depends on the age of your grandson. Speak with a local attorney who has handled this type of matter before.

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Answered on 10/21/16, 1:33 pm


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