Legal Question in Family Law in California
I currently pay child support for two children. One of the children just turned 18 and graduated from high school. My current divorce decree specifies a total monthly payment for two minor children. According to my divorce decree, I am no longer obligated to pay for one of the children since she is now 18 years old. Do I need to have some sort of legal modification filed since my child support payments will be reduced/changing? If my ex and I come to an agreement on a lower payment amount will that be sufficient to start paying lower payments for the one remaining minor child?
4 Answers from Attorneys
It's fine to come to an agreement on support but to be certain the old order is changed, you must file a new court order.
You will need to request a modification of support. Just so you know, it is cut less than half under guideline. For further information, visit http://www.ellifritzlaw.com