If you believe you may be the father of a child, it’s important to understand your legal rights and responsibilities. Establishing paternity is a crucial first step—and the process can vary significantly based on your circumstances. While consulting with an attorney is highly recommended, having a basic understanding of the legal landscape can help you take informed steps.

To support you, we offer Attorney Bryan Fagan’s free Paternity Actions eBook—an informative guide covering key topics such as:

• Why establishing paternity matters
• Custody and visitation rights
• Child support obligations
• Inheritance and wills
• Proving or challenging paternity
• Genetic testing laws (including Section 160.608 of the Texas Family Code)
• Presumed and acknowledged paternity
• Paternity by estoppel
• Children born outside of marriage
• Special rules for children age 4 and older
• Parental rights for unborn children
• Adoption, assisted reproduction, and gestational agreements
• And much more

Whether you’re seeking to confirm your parental rights, contest paternity, or understand your legal options, our office can help you navigate the process. Even if one legal avenue closes, others may still be available.