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Fathers' Rights

Santa Clarita Fathers' Rights Attorney

According to the Children's Bureau, the number of births of children to unmarried parents has led to an increase of attention on the presumed fathers of these children. For fathers of children, the term "presumed" can be hurtful and cause a lot of overlook. As a result, these fathers seek recognition of their rights, their role as a father, and importance of their presence when raising their children.

A strange trend has occurred, and is currently being reaffirmed by the California court system, where unmarried fathers seem to get fewer rights to their children than their unmarried female counterparts. Whether you have been unmarried for a while, are a father going through the divorce process, or are newly divorced, the attorneys at Cutter & Lax, Attorneys at Law seek to fight for your equity in the courts, especially when it comes to your children. You deserve equality and fair treatment, and the well-being of your children depends on that equality.

Divorce, Child Custody, and Child Support Representation for Fathers

Multiple studies suggest that children flourish when both parents are involved in a child's life. Don't let an imbalanced court ruling deny you your right to see your child. We can help provide aggressive representation for fathers who are in need of help and want their rights regarded in the following areas:

Divorce

If you are a father in the middle of a divorce, legal separation, or annulment, you have the same amount of rights to your children as the mother does. We can help you handle your fathers' rights issues that may result from divorce, including child support or child custody, visitation, property division after a divorce or separation, and spousal support. We can help you take the necessary steps before your divorce process begins to help protect your best interests during the divorce hearing, and can help prepare you on things to expect during your hearing. Because courts often favor the mother, coming unprepared to your court hearing could put your rights as a father at risk. Contact us if you have questions that need to be answered.

Child Custody

We can help you develop a parenting plan. The purpose of a parenting plan is to create guidelines for both parents of a child to follow, and usually will outline various topics such as weekly routines and visitation schedules. If you meet with a Santa Clarita family law attorney at Cutter & Lax, we can help you create a parenting plan that is in your best interests as well as of your children. We aim to protect your rights as a father, so contact our firm to get started.

Child Support

California family courts are child-focused, and our firm is no different. If you have decided to file for divorce, or are already in the divorce process, decisions about money must be made. We understand that you love your children and wish only the best for their well-being. We take into consideration that each family and each parent is unique, and will help you calculate a fair payment plan that takes into account your rights as well as your children's. We will review all proposed child support orders for compliance with California guidelines and make certain that all relevant income is properly considered.

We also offer our legal knowledge and representation for your rights as a father in many other family law areas, including paternity, modifications, and prenuptial agreements. We know that the legal process of divorce and separation can be tedious and emotionally exhausting. You can prepare yourself for the process by learning more about it. Contact a Santa Clarita family law lawyer if you have questions or want to speak to someone in confidence about your claim to fathers' rights. Contact our firm or fill out our free case evaluation.

Hear It From Our Clients

Every Case Creates An Impact
    "He was always responsive and really listened to my concerns and goals and worked towards achieving them."
    Had a wonderful experience with this law firm, Matthew Lax in particular. He is very knowledgeable and fights for you without creating unnecessary work and hardship in the process. He was always responsive and really listened to my concerns and goals and worked towards achieving them. Got a great result for me!
    - Ruth Z.
    "He is very knowledgeable with military law and what my rights are as a active duty military member."
    The life experience that I am going thru right now is extremely tough! Being an active duty military member and going thru a divorce is something I don't wish on anyone, but having these guys on your side, especially Nelson Cutter makes the process much less painful. He is very knowledgeable with military law and what my rights are as a active duty military member. Thank you!
    - Charles N.
    "The lawyers at Cutter & Lax, specifically Matthew Lax, are very intelligent, decisive and thorough when it comes to caring for their clients."
    Throughout my whole experience working with this firm, I always felt welcomed, comforted and supported. The lawyers at Cutter & Lax, specifically Matthew Lax, are very intelligent, decisive and thorough when it comes to caring for their clients. This is the only firm I would ever feel comfortable returning to when a situation presented itself. All around fantastic experience and outcome!
    - Danielle A.
    "I was especially impressed with his control and approach in the courtroom."
    He very knowledgeable about the law and was able to give me his opinion through his experience with the law and the courtroom. He was patient in explaining the positives and negatives of the legal pursuits, along with the risks. I was especially impressed with his control and approach in the courtroom. He was direct, to the point, and would not back down. He won't let go. He is excellent at arguing the law and questioning witnesses.
    - Former Client
    "Matthew Lax and his partner are very good attorneys and when going through something as unpleasant as a divorce, it's good to have them on your side!"
    Cutter & Lax is a great law firm. I have a lot of family and friends that are satisfied clients. The Encino office is conveniently located and you are always greeted with a friendly smile. Matthew Lax and his partner are very good attorneys and when going through something as unpleasant as a divorce, it's good to have them on your side!
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    "Matthew Lax made the experience of going thru a very difficult divorce very smooth."
    Matthew Lax made the experience of going thru a very difficult divorce very smooth and he was so knowledgeable and helpful and always available for any problems. He got me a very generous settlement that I didn't expect. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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    "Received excellent counsel representation during my military divorce."
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