Defacto Parentage/Step-parent adoption
What is De facto parentage:
De facto parentage refers to a legal concept where a person who is not a biological or adoptive parent of a child can be recongnized as a legal parent. This can occur when a non-parent has taken on a significant parental role in a child’s life, such as acting as a caregiver or providing financiail support. .
Amount:
The amount of child support that is paid is typically determined by a forumla that takes into account various factos such as the income of both parents, the number of children, and the expenses associated with raising a child, such as health care and education costs. Our attorneys are experts with this formula and can ensure that the most efficient support is being paid.
Payments:
Child support payments are typically made on a regular basis, either weekly or montly. They are intended to cover the child’s basic needs, including food, clothing, and shelter. In some cases, child support may also be used to cover additional expenses such as child care, extracurricular activities, and other related costs.
Commonly Asked Questions
De facto parentage is established when a person assumes the responsibilities of a parent and develops a strong parental bond with the child over time. To legally recognize de facto parentage based on these factors, it is necessary to file a petition with the court and obtain its approval.
Establishing de facto parentage can give a non-biological or non-adoptive parent legal rights and responsibilites over a child, including the right to seek custody or visitaiton.
Adoption involves legally transferring parental rights from one parent to another, while de facto parentage recognizes the existing relationship between a non-biological or non-adoptive parent and a child.
Yes, de facto parentage can be established in same-sex relationships where one partner has acted as a parent to the child.
It is possible to establish de facto parentage in cases of surrogacy or assisted reproduction, but it can be more complicated and may require additonal legal steps.
Warning: Keep in mind that if you establish a de facto parentage and are successful, all the rights and responsiblities attach as if you are a biological parent which includes child support.