St. Charles Child Custody Lawyer
Asserting the Rights of Missouri Parents and Their Children
Many parents are capable of working out an agreement regarding their parental rights and time spent with children after divorce or separation. However, what happens when there is a problem? A parent keeps the child beyond their allotted visitation time. A parent refuses to allow the child to spend time with the other parent. Agreed upon support is not provided. It is important to ensure your rights are preserved regardless of discord between yourself and the other parent. If you have questions or would like to speak with an attorney, contact our St. Charles law office today.
Paternity and Child Custody
For parents who are married when a child is born, it is presumed that the husband is the biological father. However, for unmarried parents, there is no assumption unless the father signs a voluntary recognition of parentage in the hospital. If paternity is not established, the father does not have legal rights to visitation or custody. Likewise, without establishing paternity, a mother cannot request child support through the court. We assist mothers and fathers with filing paternity actions or contesting paternity.
Divorce and Child Custody
One of the most emotional matters in divorce is the determination of child custody and establishment of a parenting plan. We work with clients to obtain a fair, favorable parenting plan that is in our clients' interests and the best interests of the children involved.
Contact Us
If you have a difficult child custody, visitation, or paternity matter, you can trust that The Schellert Law Firm will be committed to you and the resolution of your case. We offer free initial consultations, flexible payment plans, and evening and weekend hours by appointment. Contact us to schedule an appointment with a skilled Missouri family law attorney.
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