Houston, TX asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Louisiana

Q: My sister has mental health issues (diagnosed). I have been taking care of one of her son for almost a year.

I had her oldest son before he went to stay with his dad. Both boys have the same father according to my sister. The father doesn't help me financially with my nephew. Can i make him take a dna test? And how can i get assistance with taking care of my nephew?

1 Lawyer Answer

A: Hire a custody lawyer to seek Child Support and to Disavow.

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