Q: My kids Dad took me to court for custody when I left the abusive relationship I could not afford a lawyer. He was given
He was awarded custody and lied about everything . He never took the kids to live with him. That was Feb 2020. I was ordered to pay support. I have the kids 90% of the time. I’m currently being treated for stage 2 breast cancer. I’m unable to get a job until I finish chemo and recover from surgery that is scheduled for August 4 2021. He has gotten the stimulus checks for the children and the child tax credit. Me and the kids have no income coming in currently and rely on government assistance to survive. I desperately need to to modify the custom and support order, but have no funds to do so. He keeps telling me he is going to give my legal rights back to me. It’s been a year since he started telling me that and nothing has happened. He is also a pathological liar. He also makes $65,000 a year. How can I get help with this? Legal aid is not taking these cases due to the coronavirus.
A: Check with your local domestic relations court to find out if they have a legal clinic to help those without an attorney. The forms you need are available on line. Also use the Find a Lawyer tab to call around to local family law attorneys. You might find one to work with you.
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