How can I give shared custody to my son’s father if he isn’t on the birth record?
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How can I give shared custody to my son’s father if he isn’t on the birth record?
Asked on November 14, 2012 under Family Law, Ohio
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MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You will need to establish paternity first and if you wish to amend the birth certificate because your son is going to have his last name, do so as well. Then, once paternity has established and you have changed the birth certificate, you seek the custody order and support order from the family court.
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