Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

I live in Baltimore, Maryland. A couple of weeks ago I received a letter to submit to a paternity test for a seven year old child from a woman that I haven't seen in just as long. Upon doing my own research, I came across public records that indicates a male had voluntarily consented and was declared to be the father of the child by DSS in 03/2004, submitted to a blood test and was found not to be the father in 01/2005 and a child support order was vacated and dismissed in 02/2005. Does this mean that the prior acknowledgement of paternity was thrown out as well? Should I go to this hearing with a lawyer? What options do I have to protect myself regarding having to pay any back pay for a child I was told was not mine during the mother's pregnancy? Thank you.


Asked on 11/29/10, 8:30 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Phillip M. Cook Cook Legal Services, LLC

You should retain a family law lawyer IMMEDIATELY and have that attorney represent you at any and all hearings. Spare no expense . . .it will pale in comparison to the amount you will have to pay for this child. That's the best thing you can do to protect yourself.

Best of luck.******The above is for informational purposes only and does not create an attorney-client privilege.*******

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Answered on 12/04/10, 9:41 am


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