Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

What parental rights does a father have if never married to the mother but is listed on the Birth Certificate and both have signed the Acknowledgement of Paternity (but there has yet to be any courts involved)?


Asked on 2/04/10, 7:26 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

The rights and obligations of a father who has never been married to the mother is no different than those rights that a married father has. If the mother is refusing to give you fair parenting time, you would need to get the Courts involved, by way of a Motion. This is best done with the assistance of an attorney.

Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit ofinformation that you have given to me. There certainly may be other facts that would change my opinion. And, no one can rely on the opinion of an attorney who has not been retained. Before you do anything, you should consult with a Family Law attorney. Good luck! Rob Gleaner

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Answered on 2/09/10, 7:38 am
Jef Henninger, Esq Law Offices of Jef Henninger, Esq.

You have every right that every other father does.

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Answered on 2/09/10, 8:53 am


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