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How can I file a paternity action?

How can I file a paternity action?

The specific process of filing a paternity action can vary per state. However, in most states, the mother or alleged father can file a paternity action to start the legal process. Legal process The case will typically start with the filing party completing paperwork...
What is a paternity action?

What is a paternity action?

A paternity action is a legal process to establish who is legally the father, especially when parents aren’t married or if there is a conflict. This civil action can be started by the mother to gain child support from the alleged father or filed by the biological...
Can a foster parent fight for custody?

Can a foster parent fight for custody?

A foster parent may seek custody of a child in their care, but it is important to understand that the goal of the foster care system is to reunify children with their birth families whenever possible. With a goal in mind to safely place a child back with their birth...