Paternity for Men

West Michigan Paternity and Child Custody Lawyers

When a child is born outside of a marriage, paternity can become an issue. At Gordon & Shaw, PLC in Grand Rapids, Michigan, we represent men looking to prove their paternity to gain custody or visitation rights, and disprove paternity when there are demands put upon them to support a child.

Immediate Action Needed

If you suspect that you fathered a child during a previous relationship, and that a child was born, you should take immediate action to establish paternity and protect your rights as a father. If your goal is to financially support the child, the men's rights attorneys at Gordon & Shaw, PLC can help.

Voluntary Affidavits versus Court Actions

The birth mother may not be willing to admit your parentage and sign a voluntary affidavit stating that. The mother is presumed to be the custodial parent. Our attorneys will file a court action on your behalf to establish paternity. Involving the courts will likely result in the ordering of a blood test to establish paternity. A court action is also advantageous if you want to have child custody or parenting time with your child.

Disproving Paternity

Many men find themselves being sued for child support without knowing that the child biologically belongs to them. If you are confident that the child is not yours, you should immediately find an attorney to help you disprove paternity. You have rights. If you are not the father, you do not have to pay.

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please contact Gordon & Shaw, PLC.