QUESTION
If I had pay cuts at work and want to lower my child support because of financial need, do I need to hire an attorney?
Asked on Jul 09th, 2015 on Child Custody - Michigan
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My job made a drastic reduction in my pay, leaving me with a fraction of what I used to make. I have never gone to court to lower my support before, but now I need to have my support reduced because of pay cuts at my office.
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Richard B. Jacobson & Associates, LLC
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No law forces you to hire a lawyer, but in a court dispute it's almost always a good idea.
Answered on Jul 10th, 2015 at 2:50 AM
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Diane L. Berger
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If you have child support services in your location you can use them at no cost.
Answered on Jul 10th, 2015 at 2:40 AM
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Law Office of Robert Burns
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Maybe. You can first try to use the free Family Law Facilitator at your Courthouse in self-representation.
Answered on Jul 10th, 2015 at 2:40 AM
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You never have to hire an attorney, but you're usually better off if you do.
Answered on Jul 10th, 2015 at 2:34 AM
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You are certainly capable of attempting to do so on your own, but most probably would be aided by an attorney familiar with the procedure.
Answered on Jul 09th, 2015 at 5:07 PM