Why Is It Important to Establish Paternity?
Paternity means many things to many parents: love, support, even doubt. Legal paternity stands as one of the most vital actions parents can undertake to ensure their child receives full protection and support. If parents are together, they may not think much about the legal connection between a child and father. The existence of this legal relationship plays a crucial role in matters such as custody rights and support obligations, as well as in creating a lasting emotional and financial connection between the child and the parent. For these reasons and more, parents and fathers in Missouri and nationwide have