Paternity Attorneys in Gainesville
Helping You with Paternity Matters & the Department Of Revenue
Regardless of a name on a birth certificate, a child born when a couple was not married does not guarantee the parental rights of the father. Fathers of children born outside of marriage must take certain steps to establish legal paternity.
According to the Florida Department of Revenue, paternity can be established by:
- Marriage
- Court order
- Acknowledgment of paternity
- Administrative order based on genetic/DNA tests
- Legitimation (mother and natural father marry each other after their child's birth)
The Advantages in Establishing Formal Paternity
The Gainesville family law attorneys at Dunham & Ingram aggressively assert the rights of fathers who want to formalize relationships with their children. We also represent birth mothers seeking support for their children by establishing formal paternity of the biological father.
Once testing is completed, the father has rights, as do the birth mother and child. Children can be eligible for health and life insurance, financial and medical support, and various government benefits and inheritances. Both parents have a say in legal decisions regarding their children. Mothers can secure a formal child support order while fathers can pursue a court order for custody or visitation.
Call (352) 415-2896 for a Consultation
Contact our knowledgeable paternity lawyers in Gainesville today and find out how we can help you. Our legal team will sit down with you, discuss all the facts of your case with you, and help you make well-informed decisions regarding your future. You can rely on us to provide the effective legal guidance you need and deserve.
Servicios de Traducción en Español Disponibles. If you have any questions about how our paternity lawyers in Gainesville can help you, contact us today at (352) 415-2896 and set up a consultation.
What Sets Us Apart
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AffordableWe offer no-obligation consultation to new clients.
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HelpfulWe know the value of communicating clearly with our clients.
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AggressiveWe know how to fight efficiently.
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CommittedWe are dedicated to each of our clients.
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ExperiencedWe have handled all types of misdemeanors and felonies.
Hear from the Voices That Matter Most
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I'd highly recommend this firm to anyone in need of legal representation. Both Mr. Ingram and Mr. Dunham have representated me at different court hearings. Each time was a complete victory. They and their office staff were always kind, helpful, and responsive. In addition to being extremely knowledgeable, I think they are great people in general. I'd have them represent me again 100%.Dill A.
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Divorce can be a tramatic experience for most people.Leading up to and during the experience a person feels many emotions such as sadness,loss betrayal and anger.I was feeling all of the afore mentioned feelings and more.In my search for an attorney I wanted someone who was tough and yet fair Someone suggested that I try Chris Dunham During my first meeting with him I knew Chris was who I was looking for.Chris led me through some tough times with a totally non uncooperative ex. I must say that his experience paid off I would highly recommend Chris and his staff at Dunham and Ingram I want to personally thank everyonr at his firm for making a terrible situation bearable Joe RaimoJoe R.
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When I was first looking to hire an attorney, I made contact with Dunham and Ingram first. They gave me great advice on my phone consultation and encouraged me to shop around and interview several firms and individuals. I went with my gut and the firm that gave me the best feeling and chose to hire Andy Ingram as my attorney. What I soon discovered is that Andy Ingram is amazing. I hired him to represent me in my case and was amazed with his results. Mr. Ingram worked on my case and kept me fully abreast of every development, the strategies for fighting my case and took the time to explain to me what everything meant. He was very mindful of my wallet and made the effort to exercise fiscal responsibility and not just see dollar signs. If you have a criminal case then I would encourage you to seek the guidance and expertise of Mr. Ingram. You will not be sorry that you did, if there is a positive that can come from your situation, he will find it and achieve it.Former Client
