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Sacramento Paternity & Fathers' Rights Attorney

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‍Your Parental Rights

A Sacramento paternity rights attorney from Hopper Hopper & Strebe assists clients with establishing parentage, asserting fathers’ rights, and resolving disputes involving custody or support obligations.

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    OUR FAMILY LAW FIRM

    Legal Support for Paternity and Fathers’ Rights in Sacramento

    Hopper Hopper & Strebe represents parents in complex family law matters across Sacramento and Northern California. Our attorneys handle disputes involving parental rights, custody litigation, and contested family law proceedings.

    Legal paternity defines a father’s rights and responsibilities under California law. Once parentage is confirmed, a father may seek custody or visitation and may also become responsible for child support.

    About us

    How We Assist Fathers in Paternity and Custody Matters

    Hopper Hopper & Strebe assists parents with paternity and fathers' rights issues, which often encompass related legal matters like custody, visitation schedules, and financial obligations.

    • Establishing Legal Paternity

      Legal paternity creates the recognized parent-child relationship under California law. Parentage may be confirmed through a Voluntary Declaration of Parentage or through a court action under the Uniform Parentage Act (Family Code §§7600–7730). When parentage is disputed, courts may order genetic testing to determine biological fatherhood.

    • Child Custody & Visitation for Fathers

      Custody disputes often arise in parentage actions or during divorce when parents disagree on schedules or decision-making. Confirmed parentage allows fathers to request custody or visitation through the family court. Judges apply the best interests of the child standard under California Family Code §3011.

    • Child Support in Paternity Cases

      A parentage determination allows the court to issue child support orders. California calculates support using the statewide guideline formula under Family Code §4055. Orders may include monthly payments, health insurance coverage, and other child-related expenses.

    • Challenging a Paternity Determination

      Parentage findings may be contested in certain circumstances. California Family Code §7575 allows challenges to a Voluntary Declaration of Parentage or similar determinations within specific time limits. Courts review evidence such as genetic testing when evaluating these claims.

    Secure Your Legal Parental Rights

    Our Sacramento paternity rights attorneys help establish legal parentage and address fathers’ rights matters.

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    Protect Your Parental Rights
    ‍with Hopper Hopper & Strebe

    Hopper Hopper & Strebe's Sacramento paternity rights attorneys help determine paternity, affecting California parental rights and financial obligations.

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    Words from Our Clients

    • Excellent group. I searched through over 40 attorneys, and it took weeks. Luckily, I came across Jason, who I hired and is helping me with my case. His court skills are incredible and his ability to catch details on the opposing group and bring them up in court are perfect.

      Sunny D

    • Mr. Hopper is the only attorney I will use moving forward should additional legal matters arise in the area he has provided assistance. Mr. Hopper is a great communicator, treats his clients very well, and I trust his judgment. I am obviously very pleased across the board and believe Mr. Hopper works extremely hard for his clients.

      Stancil Hutchinson

    • A true professional... Mr. Hopper has been a great attorney and I am truly grateful for his assistance. He has been nothing but professional and is a great communicator and quite kind. I am impressed by his judgment and several other qualities. I would not consider another attorney should similar matters arise in the future.

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    • Hands down the best. Jason was competent, knowledgeable and extremely effective. I had a difficutlt move away custody case. Jason listened carefully to all the details and was able to translate that into the proper legal format and terminology crafting an approach that resulted in a better outcome than I could have even hoped for. Along the way he was responsive, professional and reassuring. I highly recommend Jason and his team.

      Corene

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    OUR TEAM

    Attorneys Focused on Paternity
    ‍and Fathers’ Rights

    Jason P. Hopper, *C.F.L.S.
    Partner

    Jason P. Hopper, *C.F.L.S.

    A Certified Family Law Specialist in California, Mr. Hopper brings nearly two decades of experience to complex family law matters. Recognized as a Super Lawyer and Rising Star, he has been featured in national media outlets like Fox News, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes. Mr. Hopper provides dedicated representation in divorce, child custody, domestic violence, and LGBTQIA+ family law cases.

    Jessica L. Hopper, Esq.
    Partner

    Jessica L. Hopper, Esq.

    Jessica L. Hopper brings over a decade of family law experience and a background as a former sex crimes prosecutor with extensive jury trial experience. Ms. Hopper focuses her practice in Sacramento, Placer, and surrounding counties, handling divorce, child custody, domestic violence, and LGBTQIA+ family law matters.

    Michael R. Strebe, Esq.
    Partner

    Michael R. Strebe, Esq.

    Michael R. Strebe, a recognized Super Lawyer and Rising Star, is dedicated to providing effective and compassionate representation in family law. Mr. Strebe provides dedicated representation in divorce, child custody, and domestic violence matters with a firm yet collaborative approach, ensuring his clients feel supported and empowered.

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    Our locations

    Areas We Serve

    Hopper Hopper & Strebe represents clients in family law matters across Sacramento and surrounding Northern California communities. Our attorneys regularly appear in local courts and handle cases involving paternity, custody, and parental rights throughout the region. We regularly represent clients in:

    • Sacramento

      555 Capitol Mall, Suite 480,
      Sacramento CA 95814

    • Roseville

      916 Highland Pointe Drive, Suite 250,
      Roseville CA 95678

      by appointment only

    • 5170 Golden Foothill Pkwy,
      El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

      by appointment only

    • Hobart Building, 582 Market Street, 17th Floor,
      San Francisco, CA 94104

      by appointment only
    why us

    Why Work with 
    ‍Hopper Hopper & Strebe

    • Experienced Representation in Fathers’ Rights Cases

      Family law disputes involving parentage require legal precision and careful preparation. Hopper Hopper & Strebe provides representation designed to protect parental rights while prioritizing the child's welfare.

    • Extensive Litigation Experience

      Our attorneys have decades of experience representing clients in contested family law matters, including custody disputes and parentage litigation.

    • Tailored Legal Strategy

      Each paternity case presents unique facts. Legal strategies are developed based on the specific circumstances and goals of each client.

    • Clear Communication

      Clients receive consistent updates regarding court procedures, legal requirements, and case developments throughout the process.

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    FAQs on Paternity & Fathers’ Rights in Sacramento, California

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    What rights does a father have if paternity is not established?

    Without legal parentage, a father generally cannot request court orders for custody or visitation. The court must first recognize the legal parent-child relationship before addressing parenting rights. Establishing paternity creates the legal standing required to participate in custody proceedings.

    Can a father request custody after establishing paternity?

    Yes. After legal parentage is confirmed, a father may file a request for custody or parenting time in family court. The judge evaluates the proposed arrangement and determines whether it supports the child’s welfare and stability.

    Can paternity be challenged after it has been established?

    Certain parentage determinations may be challenged within specific time limits. Courts review evidence, such as DNA test results and documentation related to the original declaration or order.

    Can fathers receive joint custody in California?

    Joint custody is available when both parents can participate in raising the child and cooperate on major decisions. The court examines the child’s needs, each parent’s involvement, and the practicality of the proposed schedule.

    How long does a paternity case take in Sacramento?

    The duration depends on whether the parties agree on parentage and related issues. Disputes that require hearings or testing may take several months, while uncontested matters can move more quickly through the court process.

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    Hopper Hopper & Strebe establishes legal relationships between parents and children. Contact our office for a Sacramento father's rights attorney.

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