Child Custody for Unmarried Couples

The dynamic of the American household has slowly shifted over the past decade. Today, more than ever, couples in long-term relationships are choosing to live together without getting married. In fact, the number of unmarried opposite sex couples living together has risen by 25 percent since 2000. These 7.5 million unmarried couples living together across the United States make up 12 percent of all American couples and the number is only expected to rise. In many cases, these couples decide to have children and due to their unmarried status, dealing with child custody can often be a complicated process.

If you and your partner decide to have children together and aren’t married, establishing paternal rights and custody could be difficult. Luckily, you don’t have to work through this situation alone. A professional family lawyer can help you establish custody so you can move on with your life. Contact the Houston child custody lawyers of Garg & Associates, P.C. today at 800-242-2151 and let us get started on your case.

Parental Rights

Whether the couple is living together or not, if they are not married, only the biological mother is granted custody and legal rights. The father can still assume a fatherly and parental role without legal rights if the couple chooses. He can also apply for parental rights but may want to speak with a legal advisor to ensure his concerns are addressed and that he receives visitation rights.

Contact Us

If you have questions about establishing parental rights, you should to take action today and speak with an experienced attorney. At Garg & Associates, P.C., our Houston child custody lawyers are dedicated to helping you every step of the way. Contact one of our attorneys today by calling 800-242-2151.