Q: Can I ask my child’s father have to pay my attorney fees since I have to take him to court for non payment
My child’s father has not paid his court ordered child support in almost 5 years, the state of Tennessee tells me to get a lawyer bc we have a parenting plan which states the father is to pay 200 a month for the child. Has not paid in almost 5 years, I don’t have money to be paying for a lawyer, but the state of Tennessee gives me no help
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A: By Statute they are authorized. The Court may or may not grant the fees, for which you have to put on some proof. Also you may not collect, or get paid in full.
A: As the other answer says, you can seek attorney's fees. These are authorized by statute, including civil or criminal contempt. However, if you are awarded fees, it's just a judgment like anything else. He may not have the ability to pay and you may not be able to collect. You would still have to pay an attorney out of pocket to pursue the issue. Contact legal aid. They may be able to provide assistance at low or no cost.
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