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

Q: What methods does Georgia provide for enforcement of alimony and child support orders? What is the state statute?

3 Lawyer Answers
Terri Herron
Terri Herron
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Roswell, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: If your ex spouse isn’t paying child support and alimony, we can file a contempt action and ask for an Income Deduction Order.

Ellaretha Coleman
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Ellaretha Coleman
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  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: You can pursue enforcement of the order through a contempt action.

Homer P Jordan IV
Homer P Jordan IV
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: If you work with an attorney they will help you with the proper course of action to seek enforcement and file for contempt. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558

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