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What can I do about a child support judge being a conflict of interest?
Asked on Apr 25th, 2016 on Child Custody - Nebraska
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I have a child support case. The grandmother of my kid used to work at the court with the judge. I believe it's a conflict of interest. Is there anything I can do?
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This does not appear to be a conflict of interest.
Answered on Apr 27th, 2016 at 3:22 AM
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Yes, you can ask the judge to recuse himself.
Answered on Apr 26th, 2016 at 10:06 PM
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You can request the Court recuse himself or herself and have a different judge handle the matter. Judges typically want to avoid even the appearance of favoritism and will comply with this request if it is reasonable.
Answered on Apr 26th, 2016 at 9:59 PM
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You should file a motion regarding this. The judge will then determine if there is any bias or conflict.
Answered on Apr 26th, 2016 at 12:12 PM
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Joanna Mitchell & Associates, P.A.
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The fact that a family member worked at the court with the judge would not be considered a conflict of interest. Child support is determined by very specific factors known as the Florida Child Support Guidelines.
Answered on Apr 26th, 2016 at 10:51 AM
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You can ask the court to recuse themselves but it is up to the judge whether they do. Child support is guideline driven in WI.
Answered on Apr 26th, 2016 at 10:48 AM
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Diane L. Berger
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Ask the Judge to recuse him or herself.
Answered on Apr 26th, 2016 at 10:01 AM