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Ashley, you have a complex case. You should first think about getting a lawyer, if you can not afford one, the best option would be to represent... Read Answer
The sad part is, the judge can't be removed. You will need to get a competent and aggressive attorney that will look out for you and make a strong... Read Answer
It sounds like you need to legally exercise your parental rights. This would include a statement by the Court establishing you as the Father and then... Read Answer
You may be able to obtain all of the required paperwork for an Income Deduction Order and send it to her. Hiring a lawyer would save you time and... Read Answer
You would still have the obligation to support your child, even if you were not working. It is based both parents' income, among other factors.
Hello. You should do a legitimation if not already done. You have to file a petition in court. Hope this helps.
Each State has its' own laws considering residency. The State of Florida, where I am licensed, has a six month waiting period prior to... Read Answer
To bring a petition for modification of a child support award, regardless of the length of time since the award was established, there must be a... Read Answer
You will need to file an action to legitimate your child in the County where they reside.
Two things you can do:
1. File a contempt action against him/her for failing to pay support; and
2. Go to the... Read Answer
You must file a modification action seeking a reduction in your support obligation.
14. The Judge could consider the wishes of the child beginning at age 12, but it is for the most part definitive at age 14.
Child support can be modified every two years. When was the last modification?
You will need to file a Modification action to change custody and stop the support payment. The supoort payments will continue to accrue... Read Answer
Unless someone steps up to adopt the child, the answer is "no".
Child support is determined by the combined incomes of the children's parents - it does not include income earned by step-parents.
If you have signed away your rights then you are no longer obligated to pay support.
No. If you quit, the Court will not modify your support. If laid off, then you will need to immediately file a modification action... Read Answer
If you have complied with the Support Order ahead of time, and can prove all of your payments when yor ex-wife brings either a contempt citation or... Read Answer
You need to go by the worksheets. The number one issue in getting your divorce kicked back by a judge is the child support worksheet. There is room... Read Answer
yes, you can seek reduction after 2 yrs. - you need a lawyer
foregive me but shouldn't you be more worried about your daughter's safety and mental status? You can't stop paying child support without court... Read Answer
don't know the contents of your divorce agreement or the laws of the two states you are referring to but yes I would imagine what your ex is doing is... Read Answer
You have a change of custody issue not a child support issue - you don't want to continue caring for your children - seriously?
Short answer - absolutely not.