Q: I have questions about this child support issue, my husband received a letter from court that the child support would
Stop at age 21 but today he received a submit that they are requesting child support to continue. My husband lose this job a few months ago and not sure what we should do? And can this really be done after your told that child support would stop? And how can I get legal service to help me with this situation?
A:
I'm not sure but I assume that you mean the following:
Your husband received a copy of a court order (what you call a "letter") providing that child support would end when the child turns 21. Now someone (presumably the custodial parent) has filed a motion (what you call a "submit") that child support continue past the age of 21. Your husband should file a response to the motion in opposition setting forth the reasons why the motion should not be granted. If the motion is scheduled for a hearing he should definitely attend.
Bruce Alexander Minnick agrees with this answer
A: Your husband definitely needs to respond to the request for child support to continue. Usually, child support beyond age 18-19 is reserved for children who have special needs that require parental support beyond the age of majority. There should be a hearing scheduled on that motion (what you're calling a "submit"), and your husband should attend and have his response prepared. I recommend seeking the assistance of a family law attorney with this issue.
Bruce Alexander Minnick agrees with this answer
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