Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Hello, my name is Ivan Rocky Abriol. I am currently 22 years of age. I am a dependent of my parents and a full time medical student. i currently live in New Jersey and is being fully supported financially by my parents in california. I have recently became a DAD of a 7month old baby girl. About two weeks ago the mother of my child and myself are not in good terms. all of a sudden the mother of my child would not let me see my daughter. She has been hiding her from me eversince. Long story short; SITUATION-i am not on the birth certificate, she does not have a court order that states i can not see my daughter. Is it possible for me to get a dna test and or sue for custody or visitation rights? how will i go about handling this situation fast and legally? thanks ivan rocky abriol.


Asked on 6/07/12, 8:49 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

You can go to the Family Part of the Superior Court of New Jersey in the county where your child resides and advise that you wish to file a complaint for visitation and would like to assert your parentage by having a dna test done. I wouild probably be a good idea to hre an attorney.

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Answered on 6/08/12, 8:09 am
Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

You need to move on this immediately. An application needs to be made in the County where the child lives to establish the fact that you are the father, to change the birth certificate to reflect that and for parenting time. Sometimes these applications tend to get complicated. So the assistance of a Family Law attorney is always wise.

Keep in mind that this answer is given based on the scanty information you have provided. My answer may change based on other information. Further, you cannot rely on this answer since you have not retained me as your attorney. To be sure that you have accurate information and direction, you should consult with a Family Law attorney. Feel free to call me at 856-546-8010. Mention Law Guru and your first consultation will be "no charge". Good luck. Rob Gleaner

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Answered on 6/08/12, 9:06 am


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