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Bringing And Defending Paternity Actions

An emotionally charged matter, paternity is essential in seeing that proper custody and support orders are created if there is any question about the parentage of a child. Paternity must be accurately determined and legally established in order to ensure that your rights to see your child or receive the correct amount of child support are preserved.

Whether you are a father who wants to protect your parental rights to child custody and visitation or a mother who wants to enforce a father’s parental obligation of child support, we can help you bring a paternity action necessary to achieve your goals.

Paternity, Parentage, DNA Testing Lawyer In Libertyville And Skokie, Illinois.

At The Law Offices of Van A. Schwab, Chicago paternity establishment attorney Van A. Schwab employs over 40 years of family law experience when handling paternity issues for clients in Chicago, Illinois, and the surrounding areas.

Our firm focuses on representing clients in establishing paternity and other family law matters, allowing us to provide focused and informed guidance to our family law clients. We assist both men and women in a range of paternity situations, including bringing a paternity lawsuit and defending against a paternity action.

Testing And Technology For Paternity Tests

With the emergence of new technology for establishing paternity, it is easier than ever to determine who the father of a child is. A simple swab from the inside of the cheek can be the key to gaining access to your child. We can explain the DNA paternity testing process. Not sure, if you are the child’s father? Our experienced paternity lawyer can help you request that a test be performed if there is a question regarding the identity of the child’s father.

Once the child’s parentage has been established, the related custody and child support matters can be addressed. Attorney Schwab can also handle any child custody and/or child support matters that may arise, whether they are initial orders or modifications to any standing orders.

Ready To Assist You With Paternity Matters

If you are searching for answers regarding your questions about paternity or parentage, call The Law Offices of Van A. Schwab at 312-702-1745 or email us to discuss your situation, the possibility of the matter being handled in juvenile court and the options you have for seeking a resolution.