Can unmarried fathers acquire parental responsibility?

Yes, since 2002 unmarried fathers are now in a better legal position to acquire parental responsibility. The unmarried father will acquire parental responsibility If: the unmarried father is named on the birth certificate; or the mother enters into a "Parental Responsibility Agreement" with the father (see below); or the unmarried father is granted a Parental Responsibility Order from the court Click here to download the HM Courts Service Parental Responsibility Agreement. You can download this document and you must follow the instructions therein. We would also strongly recommend that you obtain legal advice before completing and signing the document.  more