Every now and then in matters of divorce the issue of paternity arises. A husband during a divorce may question whether they truly are the father of the child subject to the suit. While at times this may be a valid question, under Texas law he is the father until proven otherwise. This is because
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Are sperm donors daddies in Texas?
In Texas, the family code section 160.702 provides that a sperm donor cannot be established as the father of the child.
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Are you my Father?
Although biology is an important aspect of parentage in Texas, it is possible to find yourself in a position where you become the “father” of a child…
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What if Kim Kardashian Was Pregnant and Going Through a Divorce in Texas?
If a Husband and Wife are going through a divorce in Texas and the Wife is pregnant, it is highly unlikely that a Judge will grant a divorce before the child is born, regardless of the child’s paternity.
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Where We Stand as the Legislature Ends
The 2011 Regular Session of the Texas Legislature expired at midnight May 30th. Whew! That was a lot of work by a lot of people.
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Mistaken Paternity Bill Passes Texas Legislature
Senate Bill 785, relating to the termination of the parent-child relationship and the duty to pay child support in circumstances involving mistaken paternity, has passed both houses of the Legislature and was sent to the Governor for signature today.
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