Q: I have my 14 yea RT old twins , one has down syndrome. Which parentd household should get his SSI?
Joint custody .live with dad 70 percent of time but mom gets the SSI and is representative payee. Zero dollars go to my household for his needs. No child support awarded.
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If you believe that the current arrangement is not in the best interest of your child, you may file a request with the Social Security Administration to become the representative payee or seek a modification through the appropriate legal channels.
Sincerely,
James L. Arrasmith
Founder and Chief Legal Counsel of The Law Offices of James L. Arrasmith
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