Legal Question in Family Law in New York
Can I get child support if not legally separated? My "husband" and I went through divorce mediation and came up with an agreement on Sept. 8th. However is now not signing it as he had an attorney look at it and he wants to change some of the wording, but also wanted me to change my mind about a few things, which I disagreed on. I have not received a dime from him and need to know if he doesn't sign it, can I request child support?
Asked on 10/13/09, 9:20 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Kristen Browde
Browde Law, P.C.
Yes, through the Family Court in your county. Separation is not required.
Answered on 10/18/09, 9:59 am
Antoinette Wooten
The Wooten Legal Consulting, PC
Yes, you can still file for child support without being separated.
Patricia Martin-Gibbons
Answered on 10/18/09, 11:23 am