Paternity
Paternity proceedings can establish legal parentage and address custody, parent-time, child support, decision-making, and related parental rights. Bishop Law helps unmarried parents navigate these connected issues.
Issues Bishop Law handles
- Establishing parentage
- Custody and parent-time
- Child support
- Birth-certificate issues
- Temporary orders
- Genetic testing issues
- Relocation
- Enforcement and modification
Every matter is fact-specific. Early advice can help preserve evidence, avoid preventable mistakes, and clarify practical options.
Frequently asked questions
Why is a paternity order important?
An enforceable court order can define legal parentage, parenting rights, schedules, and financial responsibilities.
Can unmarried parents obtain joint custody?
Custody is determined under Utah law based on the circumstances and the child's best interests; marital status alone does not resolve the custody question.
Can support be addressed in the same case?
Paternity proceedings commonly include child-support issues along with custody and parent-time.