What is a Paternity Action? – Men’s Divorce Podcast
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About This Episode
Scott Trout, CEO & Managing Partner of Cordell & Cordell, is joined by Jerrod Rayborn, Cordell & Cordell Senior Litigation Attorney, this episode to clarify what paternity actions mean for both parents.
When a child is born to unwed parents, paternity issues often arise, where there’s no automatic assumption of the father’s identity. In this episode, Mr. Trout and Mr. Rayborn explain how paternity actions help establish who the father is and outline the rights and responsibilities this legal recognition entails.
Mr. Trout and Mr. Rayborn provide straightforward insights, emphasizing the importance of addressing paternity early to prevent complications later on. They stress that establishing paternity by law offers a solid foundation for resolving any future issues related to time-sharing and child support.
If you are facing divorce and not sure where to turn, contact a Cordell & Cordell divorce attorney.
Joseph E. Cordell is the Principal Partner at Cordell and Cordell, P.C., which he founded in 1990 with his wife, Yvonne. Over the past 25 years, the firm has grown to include more than 100 offices in 30 states, as well as internationally in the United Kingdom. Mr. Cordell is licensed to practice in the states of Illinois and Missouri and received his LL.M. from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. Joseph E. Cordell was named one of the Top 10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Missouri.