Legal Question in Family Law in Louisiana
childs last name
if i don't name my baby after the father am i uneligible for child support?
Asked on 7/09/09, 11:17 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Nick Pizzolatto, Jr.
Pizzolatto Law Office
Re: childs last name
Child's last name does not affect child support. Paternity is what matters, not the name.
Answered on 7/09/09, 11:37 am
Andrew Casanave
Andrew M. Casanave
Re: childs last name
No. If a man claims he is not (or may not be) the father, the judge will normally order a DNA test. If he is the father he must pay. If he is not, there should be no support ordered.
Answered on 7/09/09, 11:44 am
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