Paternity Tests and Child Custody, Visitation, and Support
A Los Angeles Family Law Attorney
Before a father can seek custody or visitation rights, his biological relationship to the child must be established. This is most commonly done through a paternity test. Paternity testing is also necessary in child support cases, where paternal identity must be established before child support is ordered.
At the Law Offices of Demetria L. Graves, I provide legal support to clients involved in both sides of a paternity case: mothers and fathers. Not only do I have extensive experience in California paternity law, I also offer compassionate and understanding legal services to clients in a very emotional situation.
I work for fathers' rights as well as mothers' Contact me online or call 866-930-0582 to schedule a free initial consultation.
Paternity Tests
It is impossible to measure the importance of a father in a child's life. When the identity of the father is not known, the child pays a price. While fathers are important emotionally and physically, they also play a role in the financial well-being of their children. There are several reasons why determining paternity is important:
- Child support — For a mother to seek child support payments, the biological relationship between the father and child must be proven.
- Child custody and visitation — A father has rights to child custody and visitation once paternity has been proven.
A paternity test through DNA profiling is over 99% accurate. If you are seeking to prove paternity through a paternity test, I can help you with the legal processes involved.
My goal, as in all cases, is to work in the best interests of the child at all times. If you are facing difficult decisions regarding paternity, please be assured that I will use my knowledge of the law and legal system to seek an arrangement that benefits you and your child.
Contact Me
If you have questions about determining parentage through a paternity test, contact me by email or call 866-930-0582.
Located in Glendale, I also serve clients in Pasadena, Burbank and throughout the Greater Los Angeles, California, area.
