Q: My husband’s daughter has lived with him until she was 13. She’s lived with the mom the last 2 yrs. She wants support
The mom never financially supported the cold while she was with the father. Will he have to pay? Can he get back support?
A: I will assume from your question that mother and father were never married, because your question does not reference any previous divorce. As such, it is unlikely he will be able to get back child support as there is no current order on which to base such an award. This may be a case of no good deed goes unpunished. However, he is most likely to receive credit for necessaries. I highly recommend that your husband consult with a local experienced family law attorney to discern his best options. Good Luck!
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