Lakewood Paternity Lawyer
For Lakewood parents facing paternity questions, we bring answers and guidance.
how personal paternity cases are, and we help Lakewood families to take action with the right legal support.
How a Lakewood Paternity Lawyer Can Help You
| Establish Legal Fatherhood | Pursue Parenting Rights | Resolve Complex Disputes |
|---|---|---|
| Legal fatherhood goes beyond biology; it gives you the right to be part of your child’s life. We help you take that step the right way. | Once paternity is established, we assist with parenting time, custody, and decision-making rights, ensuring both parents stay active in the child’s life. | Whether you’re challenging paternity or responding to a claim, we provide clear legal strategy and emotional clarity through every step of the process. |
Our Paternity Services for Lakewood Families
Paternity touches more than just legal paperwork. It affects your child’s identity, your family dynamics, and your financial future.
| DNA Testing and Court Filings | Child Support and Custody | Modifications and Enforcement |
|---|---|---|
| We coordinate reliable testing and prepare all required documents to support or dispute parentage in Jefferson County family court. | We help parents set fair support terms and create parenting schedules that work, keeping your child’s needs at the center of every decision. | Life doesn’t stand still. If existing paternity-based orders need to change or be enforced, we’ll take swift, legal action to get you results. |
Why Lakewood Parents Choose The Drake Law Firm
We understand how to get things done here. Our clients often say they felt both heard and protected. That’s because we’re not interested in dragging things out; we’re here to deliver outcomes that make sense for you and your child.
| Local Knowledge Matters | Strategy That Fits Your Life | Focused on the Future |
|---|---|---|
| We routinely handle paternity cases across Lakewood and Jefferson County, giving your case a home-court advantage when it counts most. | Every family is different. We don’t push a one-size-fits-all plan. We listen first, then build the right legal strategy for your goals. | Whether it’s building a parent-child bond or protecting your child’s financial stability, our priority is helping you secure a better future for your family. |
Lakewood Paternity FAQs
What is paternity, and why does it matter?
Paternity legally defines who your child’s father is. It matters because it unlocks rights, like custody, visitation, support, and responsibilities. Confirming paternity ensures both parents can make decisions about your child’s future and secure financial stability.
How is paternity established in Lakewood?
Paternity in Lakewood is established by signing a Voluntary Acknowledgment at birth or through DNA testing and a court order via Jefferson County Family Court. We walk you through each step, from lab work to paperwork, to ensure courts recognize your parental status.
Can paternity be contested once signed?
Yes, it can. If you signed a voluntary acknowledgment, Colorado law allows rescission within 60 days. After that, contesting requires solid DNA evidence and court filings. We support both mothers and fathers in seeking correction, clarity, or challenge when needed.
Will I need support or custody orders afterward?
Almost always. Once paternity is set, parents usually need child support and parenting time or custody orders. We help Lakewood families establish fair financial obligations and visitation schedules that reflect your child’s needs and your family’s unique situation.
Talk to a Lakewood Paternity Lawyer Today
If you’re unsure where to start, you’re in the right place. These cases bring up big questions about identity, responsibility, and what’s right for your child. We’re here to help you answer them. Our Lakewood paternity lawyers will guide you through every step with clarity and care.