How to Establish Paternity: A Guide for Unmarried Parents

How to Establish Paternity: A Guide for Unmarried Parents

When a child is born to married parents, the law assumes the husband is the biological father. But for unmarried parents, legal paternity must be formally established—regardless of the father’s involvement or the couple’s relationship status. Establishing paternity is crucial for both the child and the parents. It affects everything from the child’s birth certificate […]