Legal Question in Family Law in California

child support

My spouse is divorced. The court ordered alaimony and childsupport to the ''X''. The ''X'' has passed, both male children are past 18. Where does the money now go?


Asked on 12/06/07, 4:09 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Anne Marie Healy Law Offices of Anne Marie Healy

Re: child support

Well, if the ex is dead, and the children are 18, your ex shouldn't have to pay child support nor alimony any more. You should consult with an attorney to have the judgment or order reviewed to determine what's going on and what he needs to do.

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Answered on 12/06/07, 4:24 pm
Robert Mccoy Law Office Of Robert McCoy

Re: child support

On-going spousal support terminates upon death. On-going child support terminates when the child turns 18 and is no longer in high school. If you owe arrears, those arrears would go to the estate of the deceased ex spouse.

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Answered on 12/06/07, 7:58 pm


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