Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

If the mother of the child will not allow the father to legitimize the child is he still held responsible for paying child support for this child?


Asked on 11/28/11, 9:46 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Yes.

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Answered on 11/28/11, 4:29 pm
Paula McGill Attorney at Law

Yes, you are responsible for paying child support if an order is issued. However, it is unlikely the mother can stop you from legitimating the child if he is yours. File the legitimation petition in the county where the child lives. The judge will determine if legitimation is appropriate. If you are the father, normally, the mother has a high hurdle to jump to prevent legitimation. If you think there is going to be a fight, you might consider hiring an attorney.

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Answered on 11/28/11, 9:34 pm


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