Legal Question in Family Law in Missouri

fathers rights to child if father and mother where not married

What are a fathers rights to child custody if him and the mother were never married?


Asked on 8/05/02, 11:57 am

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Michael R. Nack Michael R. Nack, Attorney at Law

Re: fathers rights to child if father and mother where not married

If the child is born out of wedlock, then the biological father has no legal rights because he is not the legal father. In order to obtain legal rights, the biological father must file a Paternity Suit asking the Court to declare him to be the legal father and award him custody rights. Of course, the Court will also award child support. If you are in need of legal services, I have a great deal of experience in such cases. You may call me for a free telephone consultation at 314-727-2822.

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Answered on 8/05/02, 10:31 pm


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