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If you were never married to the other parent of your child you still have legal rights and responsibilities.  First, there must be a preliminary determination of Paternity.  The parties can agree that they are both the parents of a child.  Either parent can also request a DNA test for Paternity.

Once paternity is established the parents need to make decisions with regard to the parenting and support of their child.  Child support can be determined by the Court, the Department of Child of Support Services, or by the parents by agreement.  Child Custody and Visitation is the most important aspect and should be determined with the assistance of counsel to ensure both parties rights are protected. As a paternity lawyer our office can help with this process.

California Child Custody and Visitation laws can be daunting for any parent facing paternity suits whether the the parties were ever married or not. Maintaining a consistent parenting plan for your children is the most important decision you can make.  An amicable child custody agreement and creation of a schedule is always best to ensure California child custody laws are followed. Too often it becomes necessary to litigate to resolve these types of cutody disputes.  San Diego Family Attorney Jeremy Martin has the experience necessary to negotiate a lawful resolution regarding parenting custody and support.

Please contact Jeremy Martin now to determine your child custody and visitation needs.

Child Support is required in the State of California.  Many options are available to determine the correct amount and the payment schedule for child support.  There are also other considerations such as health insurance, daycare, extracurricular costs for your children.  Child Support can be handled by the Superior Court or by the Department of Child Support Services.

Spousal Support/Alimony is in the discretion of the Court.  There are many factors which affect both the amount and the length of time a party is entitled to Spousal Support.  The Court looks to both the needs of the support party and the ability of the other party to provide for those needs.  It is important to have an attorney who can navigate the Court process when it comes to Spousal Support.

Mediation can be used to avoid the Court process.  You and your spouse can use the same attorney to mediate an amicable resolution to your divorce.  When children are involved the mediation process can lessen conflict and help provide stability.  Mediation can also be used to determine how to divide your respective finances which greatly reduces costs in an already costly process.

Please contact Attorney Martin to assess whether mediation is a good option.