Future Faces Paternity Suit Over Nine-Year-Old Son

Rapper Future, whose real name is Nayvadius Cash, is once again in the headlines for legal matters involving his children. This time, an ex-partner, Layla Sanad, has filed a paternity suit in Florida concerning their nine-year-old son.

Paternity and Child Support Claims

According to documents obtained by TMZ, Sanad claims she had a romantic relationship with the Atlanta rapper, during which their son, identified by the initials K.W. (Kash Wilburn), was born in 2017. The lawsuit asserts that Future has already admitted to being the child’s father.

Sanad is now seeking a court order to officially establish paternity, which would pave the way for her to receive child support. Her request includes not only future payments but also two years of retroactive support from the artist.

Legal Maneuvering Over Jurisdiction

Interestingly, reports indicate that Future himself filed a case against Sanad back in January. His legal team is attempting to have the Florida case dismissed, arguing for a more ‘convenient forum.’ Future’s own filings suggest that both Sanad and the child reside in Arizona, and he has initiated proceedings in that state.

In his Arizona case, Future reportedly acknowledges paternity and states he has been voluntarily providing Sanad with $3,500 per month. This legal back-and-forth highlights the complexities often involved in child support disputes, especially when multiple jurisdictions are concerned.

Recent Legal Troubles

This paternity suit follows closely on the heels of another child-related legal issue. Just a couple of weeks prior, Future’s ex-girlfriend Brittni Mealy claimed he failed to comply with a court order mandating a $500,000 life insurance policy for their son, Prince. Mealy is seeking to have Future held in contempt, potentially facing jail time.