Legal Question in Family Law in Louisiana

child custody

When my niece was born, my brother acknowledged that she was his child and signed the birth certificate. Now 15 months later the mother is requesting that he take a paternity test because he is suing for visitation. My question is can she make him take a paternity test now?


Asked on 12/15/06, 1:44 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Andrew Casanave Andrew M. Casanave

Re: child custody

I suggest that he contact a lawyer immediately. It appears that the mother wants to manipulate the situation according to her personal whims. The best cure ultimately is resolving the matter with a court order.

Things to ponder:

Has he been paying child support? If he is not the father (DNA will tell) then he might be entitled to some reimbursement from her.

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Answered on 12/15/06, 2:18 pm


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