There are several reasons the state of Kentucky may wish to establish paternity, including but not limited to child support determinations, custody determinations and the child's peace of mind. The state may use one of two methods to establish paternity: Voluntary...
Father’s rights & paternity
A father’s rights in a Kentucky divorce
Going through a divorce with young children involved can be challenging, both on an emotional and legal basis. Courts tend to favor the mother when it comes to child support rulings, which is why being the father can make your case more difficult, especially if...
Fighting for your parental rights in the face of alienation
After a breakup, some mothers may start engaging in psychological warfare to get back at fathers for a myriad of reasons. Kentucky fathers need to know that there are steps they can take to fight for a relationship with their children. Lisa L. Johnson, Attorney at...
What should unmarried men know about paternity?
When you have a child in Kentucky, you may want to enjoy a healthy relationship with this child. If you are not married to the child's mother, the situation may sometimes be more complicated. However, there are still ways you can demonstrate that a child is your son...
How does an unmarried father seek custody or visitation?
Family courts throughout the United States, including Kentucky, generally presume that children benefit from the involvement of both parents in their upbringing unless there is specific evidence to the contrary. This means that, as the biological father of a...
How is paternity legally established?
You may already know why it is important to legally establish paternity of a child in Kentucky. If you are the father of a child, you have parental rights with regard to custody and/or visitation as well as a responsibility to support the child financially in the...
Why might you need a paternity test for a divorce?
As a parent in Kentucky who is currently going through a divorce, you have to simultaneously handle matters of childcare and custody. Lisa L. Johnson, attorney at law, will help you look into paternity testing. This may be necessary for several reasons during the...