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If a father signs over his paternal rights to another man, is he still responsible for the child?

Answered 14 years and 6 months ago by Karen A. Clark (Unclaimed Profile)   |   15 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Your friend needs to proceed very carefully because this situation is not as simple or as straightforward as the girlfriend has presented. In general, if your friend is not the child's biological parent and he has not adopted the child, then he has no legal obligation to provide for the care and support of his girlfriend's minor child. Depending on several factors not outlined in your question, the relinquishment of parental rights could result in the termination of child support obligations. I would suggest that your friend immediately consults with an attorney.... Read More
Your friend needs to proceed very carefully because this situation is not as simple or as straightforward as the girlfriend has presented. In... Read More

What are the father's rights in a child custody case?

Answered 14 years and 8 months ago by Roianne Houlton Conner (Unclaimed Profile)   |   15 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
A child born out of wedlock is presumed to belong only to the mother. The father could petition the Court for a paternity test and if the child is his could request custody, visitation and support.
A child born out of wedlock is presumed to belong only to the mother. The father could petition the Court for a paternity test and if the child is... Read More

What are my chances of getting sole custody of my child?

Answered 14 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mr. Christopher D. Hite   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
It's extremely difficult to get, even when one parent is fairly despicable. Connecticut courts favor both parents having as active a role as possible in life of child.
It's extremely difficult to get, even when one parent is fairly despicable. Connecticut courts favor both parents having as active a role as possible... Read More
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