We have a LDPP in place filed at the court house. BioMom wants to change it forcing me to pick up my son from school on Fridays instead of our current agreement of meeting halfway. They live 89 miles away from me (they moved before we filed the LDPP). Will a judge favor her choice? And can she... View More 
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answered on Apr 19, 2023
You raise two separate issues. As far as the exchange goes, if you previously agreed to meet halfway and have been doing that then the court will probably follow that arrangement. Child support is the right of the child under the law and cannot be waived by the parents. The court will address child... View More
I divorced my ex in 2016. He raped me and went to prison and when the divorce was finalized support wasn't ordered due to prison time he was facing. He did 5 years and was released then was picked up again on separate charges for 9 months and was released 2 days ago. If I modify the child... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2023
You need to read carefully the original court order. If the order "reserved" on child support then you can go back to the beginning. If it did not reserve then you may be limited to going back in time 24 months (two years). Speak with a local family lawyer who offers a free consultation... View More
How do I enforce child support? Previously, I tried to put him in child support at no avail. I have even provided his address and SS but still I am never entitled to anything including health insurance
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answered on Apr 1, 2023
Have you ever been to court for paternity? You need a court order to pursue child support. The father can be served in PR and child support can be enforced in PR. See if your local jurisdiction (court) has a child support enforcement office. They normally help you for free. Otherwise speak with a... View More
Child support was filed in West Palm Beach currently reside in Jacksonville
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answered on Mar 26, 2023
You need to return to the court that issued the child support order and notify the court of the changes that have occurred since the last order was entered. Changes in timesharing (where the child lives) and changes in the parent's incomes are valid reasons to modify child support. Child... View More
I have been paying 800 per month for three years and she won't sign the papers. Our divorce is uncontested and we have agreed on all of our own terms. Nothing legally has been filed. Can I stop paying my support payments to encourage her to sign?
answered on Mar 8, 2023
Although not Court Ordered
you should continue.
See an attorney as soon as possible and get him or her your tax returns last 3,years pay records & mandatory disclosure documents & her financials if you have them to determine child support.Did you & your wife sign a... View More
I have been paying 800 per month for three years and she won't sign the papers. Our divorce is uncontested and we have agreed on all of our own terms. Nothing legally has been filed. Can I stop paying my support payments to encourage her to sign?
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answered on Mar 8, 2023
If and when your divorce is finalized there will be a child support obligation. You will receive credit for any payments made voluntarily towards child support. As long as you recognize that you will owe child support and there is no court order now that you pay child support you have no current... View More
I am a signer, but have no ownership rights. Also they are asking for his personal accounts, which I am not on either. I do not have any bank accounts at this time. My minor children have savings accounts. Please help me
answered on Mar 6, 2023
Has your former husband filed a Supplemental Petition For Modification?
Have you been served?
Was there a Marital Settlement Agreement ?
Note Child Support is always modifiable as long as the child has not reached the age of 18 or 19expected to graduate High School by age 19... View More
Example:
Can some from child support call me from their personal cell?
Can child support text me without my consent?
Can the FTC regulate Child Support Services?
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answered on Mar 4, 2023
The laws related to child support services and debt collection can be found in the federal Child Support Enforcement Act (42 U.S.C. 651 et seq.) and the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. § 41 et seq.).
Regarding your specific questions:
It is not recommended for child support... View More
In September 2022 my husband filled a request for an adjustment in child support, based on a substantial decrease in income and an increase in bills. In response to this request, his ex served him with a lawsuit. Asking for both more money, and less visitation. The original request was then... View More
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answered on Feb 27, 2023
I can only answer based on Florida law. If your child support case is in Florida then you can ask the court to compel her compliance with the discovery process (exchange of financial documents). The motion to compel will have a deadline which can then be escalated to a motion for contempt. It is... View More
In September 2022 my husband filled a request for an adjustment in child support, based on a substantial decrease in income and an increase in bills. In response to this request, his ex served him with a lawsuit. Asking for both more money, and less visitation. The original request was then... View More
answered on Feb 27, 2023
If your lawyer said she is in contempt of court, that attorney should know how to ask the court to hold her in contempt. It doesn't really matter that you are in Tennessee or elsewhere; what matters is where the case is pending. I assume the court is in Florida because you asked it in... View More
And they're trying to suspend my license I have court tomorrow I filed today for another modification through the judicial court does that still buy me time to get back in court to show that I'm doing my part and they won't suspend my license
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answered on Feb 21, 2023
You are always able to motion the court to not suspend your driving privilege. The court wants you to work to earn money to pay the child support. Explain that you cannot work without your drivers license. As long as you can demonstrate that you are making your best efforts to work and pay your... View More
The court decree states "THAT the plaintiff/Father shall maintain appropriate full medical insurance coverage for the minor children. The parties shall do a 50/50 split on uninsured medical, dental, psychological, orthodontic, and prescription expenses. When a party pays an expense as... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2023
The cost of the health insurance is the father’s responsibility.
The language cited does not mention dental insurance. Either parent can, but is not required to, provide dental insurance. But the language cited does not require either parent to reimburse the other for the cost of dental... View More
Daughter was on medicaid and I got a new job where I can add her on now, my ex never put her on her work insurance and can't until November and medicaid PPE is expiring in May, My ex is upset and wants me to look at 3rd party coverages versus my job. I want to make sure my daughter is covered... View More
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answered on Feb 13, 2023
Obviously it is better if the two parents can agree. Does your agreement say which parent has the responsibility to provide health insurance for the children? You should do whatever is in the best interests of the child as long as you can justify your actions if challenged. Child support is always... View More
The document states pursuant to Rule 32 of the Alabama Rules of Judicial Administration but the child has lived in Florida for the duration of the child support payments.
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answered on Feb 13, 2023
Based on your question the Alabama rule would apply. More specifically, if you are asking about child support, you go back to the court (State) that issued the child support order for definitions, not where the child lives. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
now 18 and state of Fl sent father letter saying he no longer had to pay child support. Mother filed again in Puerto Rico since they recognize a child until age 21. Does father still have to pay even though FL said he doesn’t because the child is now 18 and considered an adult in FL?
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answered on Feb 1, 2023
You need to look at which jurisdiction (state) issued the child support order. If the original order was from Florida and it has terminated because the child has emancipated then you can use that as evidence if there is a new action filed in PR. If the original order is from PR then you are subject... View More
My ex-husband and I have equal rights but I haven't seen or spoken to my son in 3 years. He misses more school than he attends, had an ISS last week and is failing the majority of his classes, for the 2nd year in a row. Dropping out appears eminent. Can I request to terminate child support... View More
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answered on Jan 31, 2023
Assuming that the child support order was issued in Florida, a child's poor academic performance is not a reason to terminate child support. If the child drops out and gets a job the income that they earn could be a reason to modify the child support down. Speak with a local family lawyer for... View More
The new job will be less money. Would that warrant a change in child support?
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answered on Jan 24, 2023
Child support is modifiable, up or down, until the children turn 18. You can change your income as long as you have a valid reason and it the change in income is reasonable. For example, you can't quit your $100K job to take a minimum wage job. Speak with a local family lawyer for more... View More
My fiancé has 50-50 custody for his children he got divorced several years ago and this has been the ongoing situation since the separation. This year she quit her job of 20 years and has not seeked employment since. She is now looking to take my fiancé back to court and fight for full custody... View More
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answered on Jan 18, 2023
Timesharing and child support are modifiable until the children turn eighteen. To modify child support you have to show a change in the parent's income that was out of their control. If a parent just decides not to work the court will presume (impute) the income that they were earning.... View More
I need it in order to get a job that pays decently.
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answered on Jan 17, 2023
You need to file a motion to reinstate your DL. You may need to explain to the judge that you need to drive to work. The court wants you to pay your child support. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
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answered on Jan 6, 2023
The child support calculation takes into account each parent's income as well as the overnights with each parent. There is a sliding scale adjustment as you get closer to 50/50 but that does not mean that there is no child support due. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
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