Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

A friend of my son's recently contacted him about possible paternity of her almost 2 year old daughter. Her husband did a DNA test and she is not his child. He left the home but now is back because he loves this little girl. My son has tried to reach out to his old friend but now she is not returning his calls or text messages. I have seen the pictures she sent and I believe that she is my grandchild. (She looks like my son and she has red hair like me.) What are our options, if any.


Asked on 6/14/15, 8:24 am

3 Answers from Attorneys

Jef Henninger, Esq Law Offices of Jef Henninger, Esq.

He'd have to get a DNA test. Call us to discuss at 1-855-9-JEFLAW to discuss

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Answered on 6/14/15, 8:26 am
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Your son can file a complaint with the Family Part of Superior Court for visitation A DNA paternity test wiuldc the have to be done.

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Answered on 6/14/15, 9:45 am
Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

Not sure who is more invested in this issue, you or your son. If your son is very interested in becoming a part of this little girl's life, then he can file a Complaint in Superior Court asking for a DNA test to establish paternity and then he needs to do what is necessary to be a dad and father. I am saying that to make a point. To me, anyone can be a father; all it takes is to have sex with a woman and she gets pregnant. It is much more difficult to be a good dad, staying involved in the child's life and being there for her. If your son is not interested in being a dad, then he should do nothing and stay out of the picture. The man who was married to the woman at the time of the child's birth is presumed to be the father unless challenged and established otherwise. You may not be happy that your son does not want to become involved with the child. But you cannot force him to be a dad. It comes from within.

Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit of information that you have given to me. There certainly may be other factors that would change my opinion. Further, no one can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. You will only be able to rely on advice from an attorney who you have actually retained. Good luck! Rob Gleaner

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Answered on 6/14/15, 2:20 pm


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