Mother & Daughter Legal Team
Paternity
With 70 years of combined experience, you can trust that your case is in good hands.
Torrance Paternity Attorneys
Helping Clients Establish Paternity in California
Establishing paternity allows both the mother and father of a child to enjoy the responsibilities and privileges of parenthood. California courts may order a DNA test to ensure that these rights and benefits - as well as the accountabilities that come with raising a child - are being properly attended to by both parents.
The mother of a child may decide to pursue a paternity action in order to establish the identity of her child's father. Even if she is not married to the father, he is required to pay child support to help with the child's upbringing. If he refuses to agree to a paternity test, the court can order him to do so. Make sure that you receive the support payments you deserve and your child needs and get help from a legal advisor with the experience and understanding to let you know what your possibilities are and how you can defend your rights and the rights of your son or daughter.
On the other hand, if you are suspected of being the father of a child, you may need a lawyer to help you defend yourself against this claim. It is important to realize that once you have started making child support payments, the process involved in ending those payments is quite complicated. It is important to make sure that you really are the father before those support payments begin. Even if you are think the child is probably yours, our lawyers can help you get a court-ordered paternity test and protect yourself against the possibility of making support payments that you are not obligated to pay.
Contact Our Paternity Attorney in Torrance Today
Patricia Barberis, A Law Corporation has served families and individuals in Torrance and the greater South Bay region since 1977 with a dedicated commitment to personalized client care and excellence in the area of family law. Colleen & Patricia Barberis have 70 combined years of experience in the legal industry. A caring mother-daughter team with a reputation for skilled courtroom defense, our lawyers are ready to help you meet the challenges of a paternity case.
I couldn't have chosen a better law team to represent my family and me. Everyone in the office treats us with love and care, ensuring that I understand everything that is happening. You are a wonderful, loyal person, and you are also an excellent, caring, and highly professional lawyer. Words cannot express how grateful I am for all you have done. I did not want the day to pass without thanking you again for your work today.
Mikki D.
“I thank them for their excellence”
Pat, Colleen, and the team helped me through a very difficult custody issue many years ago, so I called them again when I needed to divorce. I thank them for their excellence, efficiency, and a successful settlement!
Shireen C.
“Colleen was by my side”
Divorce can be very difficult, expensive and stressful. You need someone to talk to that could lead you in the right direction when you’re ready. Colleen was the right person to do that. She and Pat Barberis are the team that made me feel protected when I was the most vulnerable early in the divorce process. They were patient with me and Colleen was by my side in court when I really needed in person representation before the court.
C.D.
“I would strongly recommend Pat”
Pat helped me with my divorce, which was a difficult time for me. She was fantastic, helping me through the whole process. She worked very hard to ensure it was as positive an outcome for me as possible.
When I turned to her for some legal advice just recently, several years after my divorce, I was able to set up a consultation with her that same day. She worked through the situation with me, understanding it and providing me with options that could be pursued, and giving me very solid advice. I would never hesitate to engage her again if the need arose. I would strongly recommend Pat for any family law needs you might have.
Joseph R.
“Pat Barberis is fabulous!”
Pat helped me with my divorce previously, which was a very difficult time for me. She was fantastic, helping me through the whole process. She worked very hard to ensure it was as positive an outcome for me as possible. When I turned to her for some legal advice just recently, several years after my divorce, I was able to set up a consultation with her that same day. She worked through the situation with me, understanding the it and providing me with options that could be pursued, and giving me very solid advice. I would never hesitate to engage her again if the need arose. I would strongly recommend Pat for any family law needs you might have.
Joe
“Thank you so much”
Pat did a phenomenal job throughout my high conflict divorce. She will communicate all your options to you, she will advocate for you and fight for you, and she is so knowledgeable--her amount of expertise will put your mind at ease. She would be so prompt with all communications that if I ever had a question she would even respond to me after hours or on the weekends if needed (which I was super impressed with and it was much appreciated). Her team (which includes Colleen Barberis) and all of the office staff were incredible throughout the divorce and I will be forever grateful to them for getting me to the finish line with this divorce. I walked away with an incredible settlement and had a great outcome because of all their hard work. Thank you so much Pat, Colleen, and office staff!!
Liz L
“I would recommend them to everyone.”
Patricia and Colleen and their helpful office staff were a full service team who helped support me and get me through my family court battles. They were quick to respond and helpful. I would recommend them to everyone.
Sarah T.
“They are wonderful people and are extremely knowledgeable.”
I have had the best representation and experience with the law team of Patricia Barberis. I have had the pleasure of using them twice. They do a great job. Patricia Colleen and everyone in the office is super helpful and very talented in what they do. Their understanding of family law is amazing. Patricia and her team were very kind and patient with me in difficult times and circumstances. The last one was during the Pandemic late last year and they did an A+ job. Patricia’s guidance was super helpful and her paralegal Nancy did a fantastic job too. I highly recommend Patricia Barberis Law Firm for all family law matters. They are wonderful people and are extremely knowledgeable.
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