Does the father have rights if he isn't on the birth certificate?

Yes, both parents have rights regardless of the birth certificate.  Similarly, the custodial parent has the right to seek support from the non custodial parent. I trust this answers your questions and, if you live in the Delaware Valley, feel free to call or email me on a free initial basis. Best Regards,   Matthew R. Nahrgang, Esquire 35 Evansburg Road, Ste 400 Collegeville, PA 19426 (610) 489-3041 o (610) 489-3042 fax nahrganglaw.com