Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey
I live in New Jersey and have residential custody of my son. I receive weekly child support payment from my ex. Recently, my ex-husband told me that he was taking my son to a wedding, and that he purchases him a suit, for over $250, and that I have to reimburse him out of the child support I receive. This does not seem like an ordinary expense to me. Do I have to pay/reimburse him for any of this money?
1 Answer from Attorneys
There is no requirement for reimbursement for clothes voluntarily purchased by the child support paying spouse. On the other hand, he has no obligation to give you those clothing items for use by your son. Perhaps you could split the cost with him so your son could get more use out of the suit than just one occasion.
Keep in mind that this advice is given based on the little bit of information that you have provided in your question. My advice may change based on other information. Further, no one can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. You cannot rely on this advice because we have not personally met and you have not retained me as an attorney. If you have not already done so, you should immediately meet with a Family Law attorney for a full consultation before you take any further steps. You may feel free to call me to discuss this matter in more detail. If you do so, mention Law Guru and your first one hour of time will be free. Good luck! Rob Gleaner
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