Establishing paternity can be decisive in divorce and custody matters. Court-ordered DNA testing can benefit both parties: confirming a biological relationship helps the court make sound decisions about custody and support.
And if testing shows the person in question is not the biological parent, that isn't necessarily the end of the matter — these situations are nuanced, and having an attorney present your case can make a real difference for you and your child.
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Why establish paternity?
It can be decisive for custody and support. Confirming a biological relationship helps the court make sound decisions for the child.
What if DNA testing shows I'm not the biological parent?
That isn't necessarily the end of the matter — these situations are nuanced, and having an attorney present your case can make a real difference.
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