Albany, NY asked in Divorce, Family Law and Child Support for New York

Q: My ex-husband agreed to pay college and isn't. What state do I start the legal process?

My ex-husband agreed to pay college and isnt. Divorced in CO. My son and I live in NY and the father lives in Minn. My son attends college in NY. Where do I start the legal process?

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Mary Theresa Colwell
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Mary Theresa Colwell
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  • Syracuse, NY
  • Licensed in New York

A: Yiu can initiate the process in New York state. You will need to obtain a Certified copy of your judgment of divorce or order that outlines the obligation to pay for college expenses. That then gets registered in New York State and we can pursue a violation from there. This is a matter my firm handles on a daily basis.

Howard E. Knispel
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Howard E. Knispel
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  • Commack, NY
  • Licensed in New York

A: It depends on your divorce judgment. Typically jurisdiction lies where the child was residing for the past 6 months. Co tact an attorney to review the divorce.

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