Orlando Paternity Rights Attorney

The Law Offices of Steve W. Marsee assists fathers in Orlando, Florida to help them retain their full parental rights even in complex paternity matters.  Issues involving children can be some of the most difficult and emotional faced by parents, requiring paternity rights lawyers with exceptional experience and skills.  Through compassionate, yet assertive, representation in both mediation and trials, Mr. Marsee helps his clients obtain custody and support arrangements that benefit both parent and child.  Contact our offices today for a free consultation

The Benefits of Paternal Support to Children

The Florida legislature has made—and continues to make—many changes in the law to help ensure that both parents have equal involvement in the lives of their children.  Orlando paternity rights attorneys need to devote significant time to remain current with the law. Steve W. Marsee strongly supports any changes that provide children with equal access to both parents.  Studies indicate that many benefits exist, such as the following:

• When both parents provide responsive support in their rearing, children show better language abilities and cognitive skills than those reared solely by one parent.
• Sons with involved parents show decreased problem behaviors, while daughters experience better mental health.
• Children raised by both parents display increased self-esteem and psychological well-being, and they develop better life skills.
• Responsible support by both parents typically increases the success of the children in raising their own families.

Establishing Paternity under Florida Law

In a typical divorce case, the law affords rights to both parents without the need to establish paternity.  But in non-marital relationships, establishing paternity provides vital rights to both parents—and to the children.  Either parent can initiate paternity proceedings within the court of the plaintiff or defendant county of residence.  Establishing paternity involves a complex legal process.  Paternity rights lawyer Steve W. Marsee helps fathers in Orlando claim the legal rights they need to maintain a meaningful presence in the lives of their children and contribute to their support.

Staunch Support for Devoted Fathers

At the Law Offices of Steve W. Marsee, we recognize the true value of the role that fathers play in the lives of their children.  We make full use of Florida law to help ensure the best interests of the children by aiding clients to develop comprehensive parenting plans that provide children with full contact and support from both parents.  Contact us today for a consultation.