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Establishing paternity is a legal process that formally identifies the father of a child. Under Florida law, if a child is born to an unmarried mother, she is automatically granted custody unless the father is named on the birth certificate or there's a judicial determination of paternity.

Without his name on the birth certificate, a man has no legal standing to make decisions or claim rights regarding the child's upbringing. Conversely, if a mother contests a man's assertion of paternity, the man must seek a court order to affirm his paternal status and rights.

For the mother, establishing paternity can be a gateway to securing financial support from the biological father. For the child, it means legal rights to inheritance, access to family medical history, and eligibility for benefits, such as health insurance and social security.

Florida's laws provide a clear framework for determining paternity and protecting paternal rights, but navigating these laws can be complex. Our experienced Florida family law attorneys provide the necessary legal expertise to guide you through the process of establishing paternity, ensuring that the rights of all parties — mother, father, and child — are upheld.

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