Augusta, GA asked in Child Support, Divorce and Family Law for Georgia

Q: My child will not be 18 until end of april 2020. Do I have to wait to file for divorce w/o minor child til then?

Husband has not supported her for 5 yrs and I'm not seeking child support but ready for divorce

3 Lawyer Answers
Regina Irene Edwards
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  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: Child support cannot be waived. You can file for divorce now if you wish.

Homer P Jordan IV agrees with this answer

Priscilla T. Upshaw
Priscilla T. Upshaw
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  • Powder Springs, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: I agree with my colleague. It is best to consult an attorney who can review your case and provide you with adequate legal counsel.

I wish you well.

-The Upshaw Law Firm, (770) 240-0922.

Homer P Jordan IV agrees with this answer

Homer P Jordan IV
Homer P Jordan IV
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  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: I agree with my colleagues. You can file now if you want to, but child support isn’t waived. Or you can wait until the child is 18 and it shouldn’t be an issue in the divorce. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558

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