The law governs various areas of everyday life, and the specifics of each will likely vary from state to state. For example, under Connecticut family law, all assets can be divided in divorce, whereas under Texas family law, only assets acquired during the marriage are divided equally. That being said, it is important to seek guidance from a firm in your area that has experience in the area of practice you are seeking. In today’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys take a closer look at establishing paternity in Connecticut and how we represent clients through the legal side of the process.
Why Establish Paternity?
In the state of Connecticut, family law is an area that covers a wide variety of legal issues related to family relationships. These can include marriage, separation or divorce, child custody, adoption, and more. Another issue it oversees is paternity, or the legal quality or state of being a father. In some situations, it is important to establish paternity and necessary if a person is attempting to invoke a parental right.
In Connecticut, the individual married to the mother of the child is presumed to be the child’s father, and both spouses have clear claim to parenting responsibilities and obligations. If the parents are unmarried, however, those legal responsibilities are not so clear. In instances such as this, a person could benefit from speaking with an experienced paternity attorney to learn about their options.
What it Actually Means
When a court or judge makes a paternity determination, it typically includes several benefits or pros, such as the child receiving medical benefits from both parents. When paternity is established, the father’s name is also listed on the birth certificate of the child, and inheritance rights are established, as well as the right to a putative father’s surname. Of course, each situation is unique, and the details of the process will largely depend on the specifics of your individual situation. To learn more about the pros and outcomes of establishing legal paternity, contact our office.
Our Team Can Help You
During your initial consultation with our team, we will take care to listen to all of the details of your situation. From here, we can provide the pros and cons of the matter, what laws may apply, and how it may look to move forward with your legal matter with our team. Your initial consultation is free, and we are ready and available to answer any questions you may have about the legal process.
Schedule a Consultation Today
Family legal matters can vary significantly in scope and degree, and speaking to experienced family law attorneys can help you make better-informed decisions about your potential paternity claim. If you would like to discuss your options during a free consultation with our team, contact Larracuente & Goulden, LLC in Milford, CT by calling (203) 951-6688 today.
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