Houston, TX asked in Divorce, Family Law and Child Support for Texas

Q: Hello and thank you for reading my question I have twin daughters who are 17 and both have major issues.

Can I extend child support as one or both will have to remain in my care post 18?

2 Lawyer Answers

A: You can ask the court to extend it if they are disabled and meet the criteria specified in the Family Code. You will need the medical evidence to support it. You will need an attorney.

Rahlita D. Thornton
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A: You should file while they child is under 18 for a modification of the prior order and with a physical disability child support can be extended indefinitely. 888-343-4529.

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