Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Connecticut
Child support
My husband by previous marriage owes back child support. In the event of his death can his ex wife put a lein on his essate for back support even though I am beneficiary of his estate.
Asked on 8/31/00, 7:35 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Melody Stickel-Martinez
Melody Stickel-Martinez, Esq.
Re: Child support
Florida Law - If his ex has already filed an action against him for non-payment of child support and the amount has been established and he dies, then upon his death she could file a claim against his estate for the payment of the child support arrearages.
Answered on 10/05/00, 4:01 pm