QUESTION
Can I go after the baby's father for child support if he is not a legal citizen?
Asked on Jan 06th, 2012 on Immigration - California
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The father of my baby does not have citizenship in the United States.
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civil litigation Attorney serving Portland, OR
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Morinaka Schworm LLC
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Yes, but whether we can be successful depends on the father's history and qualifying relationships.
Answered on Jun 02nd, 2013 at 8:40 PM
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Yes you can, I suggest you consult a family law attorney in your state.
Answered on Jun 02nd, 2013 at 8:40 PM
Immigration Law Attorney serving Los Angeles, CA
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Yes and he can fight for visitation.
Answered on Jun 02nd, 2013 at 8:39 PM
Leon Wildes
Yes. You can.
Answered on Jun 02nd, 2013 at 8:38 PM
You can certainly try if he has assets or income. However, if he is not lawfully in the country, an action in court may simply lead to removal proceedings and then he might be deported, which essentially means that he will not be able to pay child support a nyway.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2012 at 4:29 PM
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Sheppard Mullin
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Yes. Child support does not require US citizenship or any legal status in the US.
Answered on Jan 18th, 2012 at 4:40 PM