San Francisco Paternity Lawyers

If you are the biological father of a minor child but were not married to the child’s mother at the time of birth, it is imperative you establish parentage of your child. Doing so permits child support, custody, and parenting time orders to be entered and obtained on your behalf, binding you legally with your child. At Moradi Saslaw, our paternity attorneys will address your legal questions and concerns regarding California’s paternity laws and the benefits of establishing parentage for your child.

Establishing Parentage in California

To establish parentage in California, an unmarried father must obtain a court order or sign a Declaration of Paternity. Proof of biological fatherhood alone does not grant legal rights or responsibilities unless the father was married to the mother at the child’s birth.

Until parentage is established, the father has no legal obligations for child support, custody, or visitation. Once the court confirms parentage, orders for child support, custody, and visitation can be set and enforced for either parent.

Our San Francisco Paternity Attorneys can help

At Moradi Saslaw, we represent fathers in paternity matters, including DNA testing, support, visitation, custody, and other parental rights. We also assist in challenging paternity in the San Francisco area.

We explain California’s paternity laws and regulations to ensure you understand your rights and responsibilities.
We schedule blood or DNA testing to establish biological parentage accurately.
We prepare and file paternity forms and documents correctly and promptly.
We represent you in paternity hearings or trials, advocating for your parental rights.

Why choose our San Francisco, California Paternity lawyers?

We are a full-service family law firm with experience litigating and negotiating complex divorces and domestic partnership dissolutions in California since 2009.

We understand more than family law: From analysing dividing stock options and restricted stock to untangling limited partnership interests and even working with a forensic accountant, we effectively support our clients in the high-asset landscapes of the Bay Area.
We’re well-versed in custody matters: Our strategies are all about your children’s best interests, including helping you and your partner become successful co-parents when possible.
When we say team, we mean it: We review client cases at weekly roundtable strategy sessions; this ensures that our clients receive the best possible solutions for their complex situations.
We are straightforward with our clients: We tell you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear. Our attorneys answer your questions before, throughout and even after the journey of your case.

San Francisco's most trusted Family Attorneys

Whether it’s a simple asset division, a basic custody agreement, or more intricate matters like dividing stock options, limited partnership interests, or a contested custody dispute, we develop creative strategies to meet every goal. Our premier divorce lawyers have a strong record of courtroom success and negotiated settlements.

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Success Stories that answer ‘Why Moradi Saslaw?’

Kiana Moradi has an unquestionable understanding of Bay Area family law Which includes partnership interests, startup economics, and custody disagreements, especially as they relate to the specific needs and understandings of the San Francisco area. I would highly recommend them for just about any situation.

- Alec Los Angeles, CA

Jennifer handled my case. She is shrewd and trustworthy. Jennifer handled my case. She is shrewd and trustworthy. What I valued the most is that she made me feel safe; that meant more than anything to me. I felt I had someone strong on my side though she treated both parties with respect.

- Mia Google Review

Contact San Francisco’s best Paternity Attorneys

It is crucial as a parent to secure a parentage order on behalf of your child. This allows them the knowledge and support benefits to which they are entitled by California law. For paternity attorneys who are experienced and ready to provide you with the guidance you need to pursue your rights as a parent, call us at (415) 625-4587 or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation.