The focus of a paternity case is to determine the identity of a child’s father. With the degree of accuracy offered by today’s DNA testing, parentage can effectively be determined, eliminating any doubts. It’s not uncommon during a divorce for paternity to become an issue, especially when addressing child custody and child support. Consequently, establishing paternity becomes a vital factor for the court in arriving at a just ruling.

If future issues arise regarding disease or genetically related disorders, determining paternity can also provide additional information to help to ensure proper medical treatment is given.

The child also has the benefit of discovering family relationships that otherwise would have remained unknown, such as aunts, uncles, grandparents, cousins and other relatives.

If you are seeking Legal Advice regarding a Paternity matter, contact our office at 408-292-4849 and take advantage of our free initial consultation.