Can an adult child collect on deceased parent's benefits if they never paid court ordered child support?

Answer 1

Each state's laws are different. MOST states have their code of laws online. Usually there are links to that state's Bar Association. * If there was not a court order of child support issued before the minor reached the age of majority then there are not grounds nor procedures for a recovery suit.

Answer 2

No. Child support is owed to the custodial parent.

The right to collect child support belongs to the custodial parent, not the child, even after the child is an adult they cannot bring a suit for back child support.

An adult child may be able to bring a suit for child support arrears on behalf of their parent's estate if they are the court appointed representative of the estate and any statute of limitations has not expired. In that case thy should consult with an attorney.

Answer 3

In some cases it is possible for an adult to sue a non compliant parent for child support arrearages. However, there must be established paternity and a child support order in place before the child reaches the age specified in the laws of the state where the child was born.

Answer 4

Yes, get a lawyer and review the laws in your state regarding the issue. * No. A suit for child support is only possible when a court order of support has been granted. After receiving such an order the non compliant parent can be sued by the custodial parent in a civil suit or a better choice would be for the custodial parent to enlist the assistance of the state's child support enforcement agency.

Answer 5

Up to the age limit provided by the state. This would generally be one year pass the age of majority, though Michigan allows it until age 23. Age of majority in Mississippi is age 21. It would actually be nice is that was federal law and kids could move out on their own until age 21.

Answer 6

No, child support is a debt owed to the custodial parent, and not to the child. Depending on the state, a court might order the non-custodial parent to pay back child support to the custodial parent. However, it will never be paid to the child, regardless of age.

Answer 7

Yes. If there is a court order and there are arrearages under that order. That is the purpose of establishing a child support order, to make it enforceable.

Answer 8

The adult child might have a claim on the deceased parent's estate.

Answer 9

No.