San Jose Paternity Attorneys

Comprehensive Paternity Legal Support in Santa Clara County

Are you a father who wants to establish paternity and/or child custody and/or visitation rights? Are you a mother who is seeking to establish paternity in order to pursue child support or other financial assistance? If so, then you may have questions about paternity and how it relates to your situation. At the Moreno Family Law Firm, we are here to help you address your concerns and questions. We understand that paternity cases can be emotionally and legally complicated. We have the experience and knowledge to help you resolve your paternity case.

Call our firm today at (408) 676-1814 or contact us online to schedule an initial consultation. 

How Is Paternity Determined in California?

In California, it is the mother who decides if a man will be recognized as the father of a child. However, the father can request a paternity test to determine if he is the biological father of the child. If the test results find that the man is not the child's father, then he will not be required to pay child support.

After the paternity test, a court will issue an order that will recognize the father as the legal parent of the child. This order will establish the father's parental rights and responsibilities to the child, including the right to request custody or visitation. In addition, the father will be required to pay child support.

What Is Paternity Fraud?

Paternity fraud occurs when a woman knowingly names a man as the father of her child when he is not. This can be done in order to receive government benefits, or to gain leverage in a personal relationship or a divorce case. In some cases, the woman may be pressured by family members or other persons to name a particular man as the baby's father.

If you suspect that you have been a victim of paternity fraud, you may wish to request a paternity test. If the results of the test show that you are not the biological father, you may be able to seek damages for the fraudulent act.

Get Professional Paternity Case Assistance Today

At the Moreno Family Law Firm, we pride ourselves on helping our clients resolve their paternity cases in a cost-effective and efficient manner. We understand how stressful and emotionally draining paternity cases can be, and we want to help you achieve the best possible outcome. We provide personalized legal services to help you get through this matter. We will work with you to create a personalized plan to help you achieve your goals. 

Call our firm today at (408) 676-1814 or contact us online to schedule an initial consultation.