Do I need a lawyer to collect past due child support from my child’s father?
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Do I need a lawyer to collect past due child support from my child’s father?
I have applied for child support. My child’s father and I were never married. I am awaiting to hear back from child support if he has been served papers so we can go to court. He has retained an attorney. He recently got married a week ago. I am wondering, will her income be factored in the child support as she will be there to support her husband? From my understanding she wants to talk to the judge. His wife and I met once for a brief moment. Do I need to get an attorney as well?
Asked on February 23, 2012 under Family Law, Georgia
Answers:
Paula McGill / Paula J. McGill, Attorney at Law
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You aren't required to obtain counsel. However, when one side has an attorney, it is always good to obtain your own counsel to advise you.
Her income will not be considered directly in the child support matter.
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