Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

i need to know how do i go about changing a childs last name when another persons name is on the birth certificate that is not the legall father


Asked on 4/22/10, 1:48 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ken Gober (Austin TX) Lee, Gober & Reyna

I am an Austin Uncontested Divorce Lawyer and paternity is not my specialty.

There are a few issues, including: whether the man listed as the father has raised the child as his own and whether he has been paying child support.

To change the birth certificate start with: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/vs/reqproc/amendparentage.shtm

Note: You should consult with a family law lawyer if you need further help in this matter.

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Answered on 4/27/10, 3:29 pm


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