My ex husband is not paying his full maintenance. What can I do?
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My ex husband is not paying his full maintenance. What can I do?
He pays a portion of his maintenance, but not all.
Asked on May 21, 2018 under Family Law, Missouri
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
You can pursue contempt of court against your ex. You will need to file an Order to Show Cause with the court for a hearing in this case. Call the court clerk to schedule the hearing. Include the date/time/department of the hearing on your Order to Show Cause. Also file with the court your declaration signed under penalty of perjury stating the facts in support of your contempt of court claim. File any additional supporting evidence and a proof of service (court form). File all of these documents with the court and mail a copy to your ex to provide him with notice of the hearing. The proof of service verifies the date of mailing to your ex. Prior to filing your documents with the court, ask the court clerk if any other documents are required to file for contempt of court because the required documents may vary from state to state.
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