Protecting Your Paternal Rights
As a parent, you have the right to be a part of your child's life, but for men who have had a child outside of marriage, there is a path you must follow to claiming those rights. With the assistance of our reliable family attorney, we at the Olathe office of Arnold & Keck, LLC can help you establish paternity, pursue custody and secure your paternity rights.
Outside of a history of violence, abuse or criminal activity, a child's mother does not have the right to deny you your parental rights. The key is establishing paternity, and going through the legal mechanism that recognizes you as the father. Once you have the recognition of the court as the father of a child, you have the same rights and responsibilities as any other person in Kansas or Missouri.
To begin the process toward establishing paternity and child custody, contact us today.
Don't Let Your Rights Be Taken Away
Some fathers don't realize the rights to which they may be entitled, and think they are subject to the decisions made by the mother. Without a strong relationship history or the legal foundation of a formal marriage, unaided efforts to establish a relationship with your child can be difficult or outright blocked unless you know how to proceed.
- Is the mother of your child blocking your ability to visit your son or daughter?
- Are you being told that you have no rights because you weren't married?
- Does the state recognize you as the legal father of your child?
- Are you being left out of the major decisions that affect your child?
- Are your custody and visitation rights being ignored?
- Do you need legal assistance to exercise and enforce your rights as a father?
Our family law attorney can work closely with you to establish paternity, which will give you the rights and responsibilities enjoyed by all fathers. While you will be subject to providing child support, part of the responsibility of being a legally recognized parent, you will also be a parental equal to your child's mother.
A Lawyer You Can Rely On
Both of our attorneys are fathers, and we understand how important growing your relationship with your child is. We will put the full force of our experience and ability behind you in order help you establish your paternity and protect your rights.
Take advantage of our free initial consultation; contact our office today online or by phone at (913) 764-8500.
