What are the legal rules governing the custody of children born out of unmarried parents?
The rules in Texas recently changed and have become federalized. They are complicated and require an experienced attorney to assist a client in determining parentage. Similar to the rules for custody in a divorce, it is presumed that joint custody is in the best interest of the child. However, if there is any doubt of whether the father is the biological parent of the child, the party questioning parentage must raise that issue immediately in the beginning of the suit. Failure to raise it may result in losing the right to question that issue forever more. Our office has vast experience with parentage cases and will answer all your concerns and questions regarding this issue.
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