Q: Divorced in 1998. My ex stopped payments in 2001, saying he can’t find a job. I have 3 daughters and 2 r still n college
Can I still go after the child support and arrears if all 3 daughters still live with me in NJ? We had a divorce decree saying he was to pay me directly.
A:
Thank you for your question.
One party cannot stop paying support without a Court Order or agreement indicating that support is no longer required. If that has not occurred, then it would be wise to file an enforcement application to ensure that the payments will be made. There are a number of remedies available to ensure that payment gets made and that he forced to comply with the obligations that he has to make. Based on your unique circumstances, it would be best to contact an experienced family law attorney to address your specific concerns.
I hope this information was helpful to you.
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