I want to see my daughter

    To secure your parental rights you need to file a Petition to Determine Paternity and Esstablish a Parenting Plan.  There are Florida  forms available on line to assist you with this process.  Be advised, however, that the court will also determine a child support obligation while establishing paternity and creating a timesharing plan.      It is very important that you do establish paternity because, even if you are on the birth certificate, you need a court order to actually adjudicate that you are the father of this child.  Then you will be able to also establish your rights as a father.    Although you can do this without an attorney, I would suggest that you, at the very least, consult with a lawyer before filing.   There is a reason lawyers have to go through 7 years of total school and take (and pass) bar exams in their states before giving advice.  So, at least talking to any attorney could help you navigate this process easier.   Good luck, Cindy S. Vova Law Offices of Cindy s. Vova, P.A. Broward/Boca Raton 954-316-3496/561-962-2785