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What kinds of cases do family attorneys handle?
Family Law Attorneys handle, divorce, child support and adoption cases, They also assist with the division of assets and spousal support issues which are involved in a separation, prior to divorce.
Do you need to pay for the child's car insurance in addition to the child support you already pay?
You need to review your child support order and separation agreement that accompanied your divorce to determine what your obligations are.You need to review your child support order and separation agreement that accompanied your divorce to determine what your obligations are.You need to review your child support order and separation agreement that accompanied your divorce to determine what your obligations are.You need to review your child support order and separation agreement that accompanied your divorce to determine what your obligations are.
Can a wife petiton the court to get child support before the divorce?
Some states allow a "legal separation" instead of or before a divorce, which could include alimony and/or child support. In all states, I believe, you can file for divorce and ask for temporary child support and/or alimony pending the divorce. Check with a lawyer in your state.
Can a change be made before a divorce if a legal separation has been signed?
Usually a change can be made not only to a divorce (child support amount) but also to a legal separation. The change has to be plausible.
When is a parent no longer legally responsible for a child?
When they reach the age of majority, which in most states is 18 years old. There are exceptions, some states it is 19, or requires high school graduation and 18. And if there is a court order for support until they reach a certain age, it can make a difference.
Does child support continue if child is in college?
Generally, child support is only ordered until the child 18 years of age. However, you need to check your own child support order and any separation agreement associated with your divorce.
When the custody of the child is granted in the mother which parent has the right to claim the child as a tax deduction?
This issue is treated differently in different jurisdictions. Some jurisdictions provide that the custodial parent has the right to claim the child. In some cases it depends on the separation agreement in a divorce and/or the child support order. You need to check all the court orders associated with your case and the law in your particular jurisdiction.This issue is treated differently in different jurisdictions. Some jurisdictions provide that the custodial parent has the right to claim the child. In some cases it depends on the separation agreement in a divorce and/or the child support order. You need to check all the court orders associated with your case and the law in your particular jurisdiction.This issue is treated differently in different jurisdictions. Some jurisdictions provide that the custodial parent has the right to claim the child. In some cases it depends on the separation agreement in a divorce and/or the child support order. You need to check all the court orders associated with your case and the law in your particular jurisdiction.This issue is treated differently in different jurisdictions. Some jurisdictions provide that the custodial parent has the right to claim the child. In some cases it depends on the separation agreement in a divorce and/or the child support order. You need to check all the court orders associated with your case and the law in your particular jurisdiction.
Do you have to pay for orthodontic work for your child if you pay support?
You need to review your divorce decree, separation agreement and child support order to determine what expenses you may be responsible for in addition to your child support payments. Non-custodial parents often share the responsibility for child expenses that are beyond the usual needs.You need to review your divorce decree, separation agreement and child support order to determine what expenses you may be responsible for in addition to your child support payments. Non-custodial parents often share the responsibility for child expenses that are beyond the usual needs.You need to review your divorce decree, separation agreement and child support order to determine what expenses you may be responsible for in addition to your child support payments. Non-custodial parents often share the responsibility for child expenses that are beyond the usual needs.You need to review your divorce decree, separation agreement and child support order to determine what expenses you may be responsible for in addition to your child support payments. Non-custodial parents often share the responsibility for child expenses that are beyond the usual needs.
I have a Legal separation now I want a divorce?
Legal separation is to the same thing as divorce and is not always a prerequisite to a obtaining a dissolution of marriage (i.e. divorce). Although many of the issues (such as alimony, child support, etc) that would traditionally be dealt with in a divorce were done in your legal separation, you still need to go through the divorce process, starting with filing for divorce. At no point, no matter how long you have been separated, will a legal separation turn into a divorce.
What does a child support attorney do?
A child support attorney makes sure that the child in cases of divorce, guardianship or custody disputes is treated well and fairly, with the child's best interests in mind.
Are child custody cases civil cases?
Yes, child custody cases are typically considered civil cases. They are part of family law proceedings where courts determine legal and physical custody arrangements for children during divorce or separation proceedings.
Does a divorce decree supersede a child support order?
If the divorce decree addresses child support and is issued after the child support order then it replaces the child support order. If the child support order was issued or amended after the divorce decree then you abide by the most recent order with regard to child support.
