Paternity Issues in Divorce: Ensuring a Fair Process
Hi, my name is Palmer Johnson. I’m a family law attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and today I’m gonna be talking about paternity and what happens if you have a child when you’re married to one person, but someone else is the father and you’re trying to get divorced from your spouse.
So under Oklahoma law, the child that’s born of the marriage is that your husband would be considered the father of that child until he proves otherwise. It’s not necessarily a difficult thing to do, especially if you have someone that’s claiming to be the father.
Legal Implications of Paternity Disputes
You can establish paternity through a denial of paternity and then an affidavit of paternity if necessary. Failure to do so could result in your husband being presumed as the father and may lead to legal obligations such as child support payments.
If you find yourself in such a situation, it’s important to disclose this information to the court to ensure a legally valid divorce process. Timely action is crucial to avoid complications and ensure the well-being of all parties involved.
Initial Consultation Available
If you have questions about paternity laws, child custody rights, or any other family law matters, feel free to reach out to a Tulsa mother’s paternity lawyer for a initial consultation. Contact Tulsa Moms.Law at 918-770-7117 or visit that website at tulsa.moms.law to learn more about how I can assist you.