Paternity Law
Establishing Parentage with Sensitivity and Confidentiality
Paternity cases are deeply personal and often involve sensitive issues. For mothers, determining legal parentage can be essential to securing child support, custody rights, or simply providing clarity for their child’s future. For fathers, paternity cases may involve affirming or disputing parentage or seeking to establish parental rights. At Tiveron Law PLLC, we understand the emotional and legal complexities of paternity matters and are committed to guiding you through the process with respect, care, and confidentiality.
Our attorneys bring experience and compassion to every case, whether it involves mothers seeking a court-ordered judgment of paternity, fathers asserting their rights, or complex situations involving equitable estoppel, marital presumptions, or LGBTQ+ family structures.
Helping Mothers Secure Paternity Judgements
A court-ordered judgment of paternity is often critical for mothers seeking to protect their child’s rights and well-being. Our attorneys assist with:
- Securing Financial Support: Establishing paternity is the first step in obtaining court-ordered child support to ensure the child’s financial needs are met.
- Gaining Custody and Decision-Making Rights: Paternity judgments can help clarify custody arrangements and legal decision-making authority.
- Ensuring Access to Medical and Legal Records: Determining paternity provides the child with access to family medical history and inheritance rights.
Representing Fathers in Paternity Cases
Paternity is not only about legal obligations but also about securing the rights of fathers to be involved in their child’s life. We assist fathers with:
- Affirming Parentage: Helping fathers establish legal paternity so they can pursue custody, visitation, or shared decision-making rights.
- Disputing Unfounded Claims: Defending individuals against paternity claims when biological evidence or other factors suggest they are not the father.
- Navigating Complex Situations: Representing fathers in cases where a child was born during the mother’s marriage to another person or where equitable estoppel may apply.
We handle these matters with the utmost sensitivity, ensuring that your case remains private and focused on the facts. Our attorneys are here to advocate for your rights while handling these delicate matters with professionalism and care.
Equitable Estoppel and Paternity Disputes
New York courts may apply the doctrine of equitable estoppel in certain paternity cases. This legal principle protects the child’s best interests by recognizing a father-child relationship that has already been established, even if biological parentage is disputed. Examples include:
- A man who has acted as the child’s father, providing emotional and financial support, may be legally recognized as the father even if not biologically related.
- Conversely, a biological father may be barred from asserting paternity if another man has already established a parental bond with the child.
Our attorneys can guide you through these complex cases, presenting evidence and arguments that align with your goals while prioritizing the child’s well-being.
LGBTQ+ and Nontraditional Family Paternity Matters
Modern families often require innovative legal solutions to address paternity and parentage. We are proud to serve LGBTQ+ individuals and families in paternity matters, including:
- Non-Biological Parentage: Establishing legal parentage for non-biological parents in same-sex couples.
- Assisted Reproduction: Navigating parentage in cases involving sperm or egg donation, co-parenting agreements, or surrogacy.
- Equitable Remedies for LGBTQ+ Families: Addressing situations where existing legal frameworks may not fully reflect the realities of modern family structures.
Protecting Your Rights and the Best Interests of the Child
Establishing paternity provides clarity, security, and legal protections for everyone involved, particularly the child. Whether through a court-ordered judgment or mutual agreement, our goal is to resolve paternity matters efficiently and effectively while protecting your rights and maintaining confidentiality.
NYS Court Paternity Case Information
Why Choose Tiveron Law PLLC?
- Compassionate Advocacy: We understand the deeply personal nature of paternity cases and handle each matter with care and respect.
- Tailored Legal Solutions: No two paternity cases are the same. We craft strategies to address your unique needs and circumstances.
- Commitment to Confidentiality: We prioritize your privacy and handle your case discreetly
- Broad Expertise: From court-ordered paternity judgments to equitable estoppel and LGBTQ+ parentage, we have the experience to guide you through any paternity matter.
- Woman-Owned: We are a woman-owned Law Firm in Buffalo, who is proud to support and uplift all members of our community, while priding ourselves on fostering an inclusive business where everyone feels welcome.
Contact a Buffalo Paternity Lawyer at Tiveron Law Today
If you’re seeking a court-ordered judgment of paternity, asserting your parental rights, or navigating a complex family structure, Tiveron Law PLLC is here to help. We provide compassionate, confidential, and effective legal representation for all paternity matters. To discuss your case and learn how we can assist, contact us today at 716-636-7600 to schedule a consultation. Let us help you protect your rights and build a better future for your family.
