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If a mother is married at the time of the childs birth, her husband is presumed under Maryland law to be the father of the child. However, this is a rebuttable presumption and can be contested.

If a mother is not married at the time of the childs birth, paternity can be established if both parents are willing to sign an Affidavit of Parentage, or, if necessary, through a court proceeding called a paternity hearing.

It is important to speak with an experienced paternity attorney to understand the complexities of paternity law and how you can best achieve your legal goals. The Law Offices of Kerri Cohen represents clients in paternity hearings and aggressively fights to protect your rights and get the results you deserve.