Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

does the father have last name rights?

I want to know if the father, from a finished relationship has any legal rights to the baby's last name.


Asked on 1/01/04, 7:13 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jean Sudduth Jean Sudduth, Attorney at law

Re: does the father have last name rights?

Short answer - yes - and as many rights as he chooses to have, provided he is timely in requesting them.

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Answered on 1/03/04, 12:03 am
Fran Brochstein Attorney & Mediator

Re: does the father have last name rights?

In the State of Texas, the father can insist that the child use his last name.

If you have any other legal questions, you can call my office at 713-847-6000.

My website is www.familylaw4u.com

Good luck!

Fran Brochstein

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Answered on 1/02/04, 2:52 pm


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