Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia
Child support
Do you have to be divorced from the children's father in order to receive child support? We currently do not live together and he does not provide any support. Can I take him to court just on child support issues?
Asked on 11/30/07, 6:31 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Charles W. Field
Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law
Re: Child support
Yes. Consult with a local attorney about an action for "Separate Maintenance".
Answered on 12/01/07, 9:48 am
SHERRY RAGOLE
RAGOLE & ASSOCIATES, LLC
Re: Child support
You can pursue support and should do so without delay to prevent him from getting too behind. Although there is no guarantee that a judge will award attorney fees to you, you will be able to seek them as part of your action.
Answered on 12/01/07, 10:52 am
Glen Ashman
Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney
Re: Child support
Yes, you can do child support without a divorce. Once he goes 30 days without paying, he can be jailed even where there is no support order.
Answered on 11/30/07, 10:59 pm
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