Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Childsupport/alimony

My ex was ordered to pay both

childsupport and alimony. I moved

out of state and haven't found a

job yet can I go back to court and

get more childsupport. My alimony

is permanent until I die or remarry.


Asked on 10/18/08, 7:21 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Brent Rose The Orsini & Rose Law Firm

Re: Childsupport/alimony

Judges are reluctant to increase child support where you cause the increased need. In other words, it's not fair for you to move, then, because you can't find a new job, you ask for more support. Nevertheless, it is possible for you to have support increased, so you may want to give it a shot. No law prevents it; it's just one of those things that's up to the judge.

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Answered on 10/18/08, 9:30 pm


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