Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

My fiance signed his name to the birth certificate of a child that isn't biologically his when he was with his ex. How does he go about getting his name removed off of the child's birth certificate and changing the last name of the child to her mothers name? Is it possible to just do this through the court system without getting a lawyer involved or should we get a lawyer just to be safe?


Asked on 11/25/13, 6:27 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
John Smitten Carey and Leisure

You should get a lawyer because it is a complex procedure. You have to file a petition to dis-establish paternity.

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Answered on 11/25/13, 6:52 am
Elliot Goldstein Law Offices of Elliot Jay Goldstein

This isn't your problem. Have him put his "big boy" pants on, and make the inquiries. Asap he needs to move to de-establish paternity. This is not a simple matter. He should retain counsel.

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Answered on 11/25/13, 6:56 am


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