Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia
If 2 people have children out of wedlock and later get married, does this legitimate the children?
Asked on 12/02/09, 2:34 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Glen Ashman
Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney
A child can be legitimized by marriage of the parties, by a legitimization action in court, or by proper legitimization paperwork. If done by marriage, it would still be wise to see a lawyer and document things to avoid a subsequent dispute over paternity.
Answered on 12/07/09, 8:48 pm