Research the laws in your state governing paternity issues and draft the necessary forms for Suzy’s contested paternity case
Your client, Suzy Smith, wants to file a paternity action to establish paternity for her son. Her baby, John Smith, was born on July 4, 2014. The purported father is Charles Wesson. He lives at 123 Mulberry Lane in your hometown. Charles was born on November 18, 1990 in the capital city of your home state. His Social Security number is 123-45-6789. Suzy and John also live in your neighborhood at 456 Main Street. Suzy was born on May 6, 1992. Her Social Security number is 456-78-0910.
Suzy and Peter had an ongoing, committed sexual relationship from January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2014. Suzy became pregnant during that time period of their relationship and did not engage in sexual relations with any other man during that time. Suzy was single during the relationship and has never been married.
On John’s birth certificate, his legal name is listed as John Smith and his father is listed as “unknown”. John’s Social Security number is 789-45-1234. Suzy wishes to establish paternity to seek full custody of John. She would also like to pursue a claim in child support as provided for under your state’s guidelines.
Research the laws in your state governing paternity issues and draft the necessary forms for Suzy’s contested paternity case
Answer preview Research the laws in your state governing paternity issues and draft the necessary forms for Suzy’s contested paternity case
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