19-A M.R.S. §1838: Venue

Venue for a proceeding to adjudicate parentage is in the county or division in which:

1. Child. The child resides or is present or, for purposes of subchapter 7 or 8, is or will be born;

2. Parent. The parent or intended parent resides;

3. Respondent. The respondent resides or is present if the child does not reside in this State;

4. Estate proceeding. A proceeding for probate or administration of the parent or alleged parent's estate has been commenced; or

5. Child protection proceeding. A child protection proceeding with respect to the child has been commenced.