Paternity Establishment is the critical first step in ensuring the father is in the child’s life. If a child is born to unmarried parents, the biological father must be legally identified before a father’s name can be added to the child’s birth certificate. This process is called establishing paternity. Without a legal father, a child may miss out on many of the things that children of married couples are automatically provided. The child benefits by having the advantage of knowing both parents and a sense of family heritage. The father has a lot to gain by legally establishing paternity. He can ask for visitation and custody and if paternity is not established, the father’s name will not appear on the child’s birth certificate. Establish paternity today!
Being A Family
Facilitates your child's moral development.
Having a Dad
Increases your child's chances for academic success.
Being a Dad
Lets your child know that you love her.
Having a Dad
Enhances your child's self-esteem.
Being a Dad
Provides your child with emotional support.
Having a Dad
Provides your child with a sense of physical and emotional security.
Being a Dad
Provides your child with a positive male role model.
Being a Family
Provides your child with guidance and discipline.
Having a Dad
Helps your child learn important life skills.
Being a Dad
Provides your child with an alternative perspective on life.
Having a Dad
Provides your child with greater financial resources.
Being a Family
Provides your child with someone to talk to when she has questions.
Having a Dad
Raises your child's chances for school success.
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