J.L. ex rel. G.L. v. C.D.

KENNETH W. SHRUM, Judge.

G.L. (Father) brought an action against C.D. (Mother) to establish that he is the father of J.L. (Son). He also sought custody of Son and child support from Mother. Mother did not contest paternity but sought custody and child support. After a hearing, the Mai court granted Father custody of Son and ordered Mother to pay child support. Mother appeals pro se. In one of her multiple points, Mother charges that the trial court committed reversible error when it failed to appoint a next friend for Son. We agree. We reverse and remand.

In his petition, Father did not…