Unpaid Child Support
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Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for noncustodial parents to fall behind on child support payments. This is often due to a strained personal relationship with the other parent. Regardless of how a former couple may feel about each other, this should never get in the way of their child’s well-being or opportunities.
When a noncustodial parent neglects their financial obligations, the custodial parent may struggle to provide essential resources. This can hinder a child’s access to higher education, extracurricular activities, a stable home environment, and proper nutrition. At Eaton Family Law Firm, our Sugar Land child support attorneys believe in holding every parent accountable for their child’s financial stability.
If the noncustodial parent isn’t fulfilling their side of the child support arrangement, the custodial parent has the right to pursue what is owed. Sugar Land attorneys experienced in child support cases can guide you through the process to recover these essential funds.
Seeking unpaid child support is never inappropriate because that financial support is vital to maintaining your child’s quality of life. Child support obligations remain active until the child becomes a legal adult, even if the parents do not have a relationship. You can consult your attorney for specific details, including enforcement, potential interest on unpaid amounts, and the total owed by the noncustodial parent.
Once the court issues a child support decree, it becomes legally enforceable. A child support attorney can help you establish a fair amount based on the noncustodial parent’s resources, arrange payroll deductions, and ensure that payments are sent directly to the state. The state then forwards the payment to the custodial parent, preventing the noncustodial parent from withholding funds.
Unsure what to do if your ex-partner frequently changes jobs or is seriously negligent with payments? In that case, a child support lawyer can assist in filing paperwork as often as necessary to ensure consistent support. Do not feel guilty about pursuing these payments. They are what your child needs to have a stable life and a promising future.
Contact Eaton Family Law Firm in Sugar Land, Tomball, Katy, or Houston today for assistance securing proper child support. It’s our privilege to help your family receive the compensation and care you deserve.
