Carlsbad Paternity Lawyer
Helping Clients Establish Paternity in California
Establishing and documenting the biological father of a child may be an important step for everyone involved. As a mother, you may want to hold the father accountable for his obligation to pay child support and have other important goals driven by the welfare of your son or daughter.
At Burke & Domercq, APC, we know that as a man, you may want a definitive answer as to whether you fathered a child and to exercise your right to a parental relationship. We can help you protect your rights and defend your family.
Do you need help establishing paternity and protecting your rights? Call Burke & Domercq today at (760) 766-2284 or contact us online to get started.
Protecting Your Rights and Your Child's Future
We maintain a balanced California family law practice. Our experienced Carlsbad paternity lawyers will advise you on your legal rights and options through every phase of your case, from DNA testing procedures to the resolution of issues such as:
- Obtaining a child support order that accurately reflects both parents’ financial situations and will help provide for the child’s needs
- Addressing issues of child custody and parenting time that arise when both parents want significant involvement in the child’s life – often by constructing a detailed parenting plan
We know that contested issues in a paternity matter are sometimes even more emotionally loaded and complex than those in a divorce. You can depend on us to hear you out on your unique concerns. We will provide practical, informed advice on whether a custody action is likely to succeed, for example, or the best action to take if you have concerns involving domestic violence or substance abuse.
Not every paternity case is adversarial. In some situations, couples who remain in a relationship simply recognize the importance of establishing paternity for their child’s best interests. Our Carlsbad divorce attorneys can advise you as a couple on issues such as those as well.
Understanding the Importance of Establishing Paternity
Establishing paternity is not just a legal formality; it plays a crucial role in the lives of both parents and children. When paternity is established, it can significantly impact various aspects of family law, including child custody, child support, and inheritance rights. Our dedicated team at Burke & Domercq is here to guide you through this sensitive process, ensuring that your rights and your child's rights are fully protected.
Key reasons to establish paternity include:
- Legal Rights: Establishing paternity grants fathers legal rights to participate in their child's upbringing and decision-making.
- Child Support Obligations: It clarifies financial responsibilities for both parents, helping to ensure that children receive the support they deserve.
- Emotional Bonds: A legal acknowledgment of paternity fosters stronger emotional and psychological relationships between fathers and their children.
- Health Benefits: Knowing a child's medical history is vital for their health and may affect decisions about healthcare and genetic screening.
- Inheritance Rights: Establishing paternity solidifies a child's right to inherit from their father, ensuring they have a rightful stake in family assets.
At Burke & Domercq, we understand the complexities surrounding paternity disputes and are committed to providing personalized, compassionate legal representation to help you navigate these challenging times.
Contact Our Carlsbad Paternity Attorney Today
If you're seeking reliable legal guidance to protect your parental rights and ensure the best for your child, our firm is here to provide honest, straightforward support. We are committed to being transparent about the costs of our services and helping you understand what to expect throughout the process.
Protect your parental rights and your child's future. Reach out to our Carlsbad paternity lawyers now to discuss your case.
Our Testimonials
Serving clients in Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe, Oceanside and Vista and throughout North County San Diego.
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"Pierre is, without a doubt, the only attorney in Southern California I trust with any family law matter."Pierre and his staff, are without a doubt, the most effective and experienced law firm around. Pierre is known for attaining the clients desired results, and then some.- Ryan H.
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"Pierre Domercq is an outstanding communicator."I mostly just wanted an outside 3rd party like Pierre to assure me that I was on the right track and he gave me that assurance. Thank you Pierre.- Paul H.
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"They handled my case with a high degree of honest professionalism and attention to detail with as good of a result as could be expected in my case."Pierre has thorough knowledge of the law and he championed my case with determination and wisdom. He and his team treated me with kindness and saw me through one of the most difficult times in my life.- Lisa G.
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"I highly recommend Pierre Domercq. He has helped me twice with legal guidance. He is extremely personable, intelligent and dedicated to his clients."He has twice been able to steer me in a direction to avoid litigation. Not often you find and attorney with such ethics. Hopefully we never need his assistance again but if ever do, I know exactly where I would go.- Juan V.
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"I have been a client for 5 years and have full trust in the advice that Pierre provides me and he has never steered me wrong."Pierre is intelligent, quick, and always one step ahead! His staff are dedicated to the cases they are working on and always make me feel like I am a priority.- Melissa
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"Pierre and his team are impeccably professional. He helped increase the time with my kids and am forever grateful."His guidance is sound on all levels and although at times I did not like to hear the message, he was correct and based in logic and reality in difficult situations. He had phenomenal rapport with the family court system judges.- Jeremy R.
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"(Rebecca) was there to answer and assured me of the process."Pierre is a wonderful attorney and has an amazing staff that supports him! He helped me in my divorce and got me more than I could have asked for. He made sure I wasn’t taken advantage of and made me feel so comfortable through out the process.- J. B.
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"His skill as an attorney was impressive. Highly recommend."Pierre Domercq is an exceptional and skilled attorney. He provided sound counsel in my matter, and helped me to achieve my goals and a positive outcome.- Anjai P.
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