Q: In 2010, wife divorced me and moved to Ohio with son. No contact since then but still pay child support. Is this right?
She has since remarried and I believe the child has now been adopted by her new husband, not entirely sure but that’s what I’ve heard through family. I’ve had income taxes withheld, garnishments on my paychecks, anytime I apply for a loan or anything that’s one of the first things that pop up and I’m sick of it. I haven’t seen either of them in over 10 years and she makes a hell of a lot more money than I do. I work construction barely getting by with a wife, daughter and new child on the way and I need this to stop or I’m going to go crazy. What are some options that I have to get relief from this? I really need help and don’t see any hope in this situation at all.
A: I recommend you consult with a family law attorney. You may be able to file for a modification of the child support amount if your/her income has changed by more than 15%. Which state was the divorce decree entered in? This question appears in the TN page, yet it appears you posted this question from NJ, and your ex-wife and Son live in OH. It may be tricky to determine where you should file something. The same court that the divorce was finalized in is usually a safe bet for post divorce litigation. Good luck.
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