why get a child support lawyer

by Lamar Johnston 10 min read

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What do you call a child attorney?

We do not:

  • get involved in cases before they go to court other than in pre-court child protection alternative dispute resolution cases and certain civil and estates cases
  • represent youth in criminal or youth court
  • decide what is in a child’s best interests

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How do you check child support?

The following services are available through the Child Support Program:

  • Location of a child's parent (s) for the purpose of obtaining support or establishing paternity,
  • Establishment of paternity,
  • Establishment and enforcement of child support orders,
  • Establishment and enforcement of medical support,
  • Collection and distribution of payments,
  • Modification of child support orders, and

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How does a child support case work?

Child support is court-ordered payments of one parent who does not have full custody of the children to the parent with full custody. It covers reasonable expenses related to the child. Child support can also be given voluntarily. The support will likely get used to cover the daily living expenses of children, including food, clothing, and ...

What do Dads need to know about child support?

  • Your child is no longer a minor 1  (unless the child is still in high school or has special needs)
  • Your child becomes active duty in the military (applies to most states, but not all; you will also have to file a motion with the court)
  • Your parental rights are terminated through adoption or another legal process 2 

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