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Paternity And Parentage Lawyers

Family Law & Estate Planning Attorney

When facing a family law, estate law or other legal matter, it is important to work with an experienced attorney who can help you understand your options and protect your interests. At The Powell Law Firm, we have more than 20 years of experience protecting people in Pearland, Houston and the surrounding area in Texas.

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Establishing Paternity

When it comes to paternity and parentage issues, no matter what side of the issue you are on, you will benefit from working with a lawyer who has handled every side of the dispute. At The Powell Law Firm, our attorneys have represented fathers seeking custody rights, those contesting a claim of paternity, and mothers seeking to establish paternity in order to receive necessary child support. We realize that these are sensitive areas, and our experience allows us to represent our clients with the utmost professionalism and understanding.

Parentage

Texas laws make certain presumptions regarding parentage. For example, a man will be presumed to be the father of a child born during a marriage. Laws also enable men to voluntarily claim paternity of a child; the man and the child’s mother can sign an acknowledgment of paternity that establishes that the man is the child’s father. In other cases, a man presumed to be the father to a child can sign a denial of paternity if another man has signed a voluntary declaration of paternity.

Family law rules become more complicated when either parent challenges a claim of paternity. In many cases, genetic testing can be required in order to determine to whom a child belongs. These complications require a lawyer who is experienced in handling paternity disputes in order to get clients the rights they are seeking.

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Paternity and parentage disputes are among the most hotly contested and emotionally fraught areas of family law. The Powell Law Firm is well-experienced fighting for mothers’ and fathers’ rights to be a part of their children’s lives and provide for them. Contact our Pearland paternity attorneys if you are involved in a parentage dispute. Send us an email or call 832-850-6095 to set up your consultation today

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  • “I wanted to take the time to thank you [John Powell III] for helping me through a tough time in my life. Your guidance and voice of reason really helped me more than you will ever know. I had a previous attorney that I felt could have really cared less about me or the situation. Once on board with you, I felt an immediate difference and I was thankful for your quick response. I could not have finished this process without you and I am glad you were able to have so much hands on time with me. Again, thank you for everything you did for me and my son!”

    (S.R.)

  • “John Powell III was very helpful through the entire process of my divorce which involved a custody fight over my 3-year-old daughter. Mr. Powell has a strong working rapport with the Brazoria County family court. He was very patient, walking me through every step, knowing what to expect from my wife's attorney. We were ultimately successful and I would highly recommend him. As for my daughter, she is doing great. She has advanced to the preschool 2 class early, she is now 3.5 and now goes to school with the 4-5 year old's. Her emotional and behavioral issues have disappeared. Thanks to Mr. Powell's hard work my daughter will have a great chance at life.”

    (K.K.)

  • “Just wanted to say thanks for handling my post-divorce property division issue in a timely and professional manner. Especially your attention to detail and some quick-witted humor as well. Your firm was referred to us by a friend which can always be somewhat awkward but you made us feel at ease through the entire process. I would not hesitate to recommend your firm to anyone if the need arises.”

    (J.B.)

  • “Dear Mr. Powell: I want to thank you for your great service and express my gratitude. I am extremely pleased how everything was handled and I have the highest possible opinion about your professionalism, the quality of your service and your attitude toward me as a client. Thank you again, best regards.”

    (M.K.S.)

  • “I had what I learned was not your stereotypical divorce case. John Powell III was extremely understanding of the situation and worked with myself and my former spouse to navigate the legal pitfalls in our, and our children's case. Everything was resolved amicably and with minimal impact to our family. Without Mr. Powell's assistance I do not know that we would have gotten to such a positive place.”

    (A.W.)

  • “John Powell III is a compassionate and thorough attorney. My case was a complex custody issue that required work in two wide-spread counties. Mr. Powell was able to efficiently overcome this added challenge. He is patient and clear in explaining concepts of the law. Even after the case was closed, Mr. Powell was available to explain the final judgment and to help ensure we were following the Judge's intent. It is very comforting to know that if additional issues arise he is there to act as my advocate.”

    (R.T.)

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