What to do if my ex-husband will not pay for our daughter’s tuition?
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What to do if my ex-husband will not pay for our daughter’s tuition?
My ex-husband was supposed to pay for daughter’s college tuition through the 5th year, along with car expenses and housing. This is the 5th year but he told our daughter that he is refusing to pay the tuition for the later half of year because it is more than the 4th year as it is a graduate level. There were no restrictions for cost in the decree and we knew she was headed for graduate school even when we searched for the undergraduate programs. He is paying $900/month for her living expenses and this amount is stated in the decree. Does he have a case for not paying the full cost of her tuition?
Asked on October 27, 2012 under Family Law, Minnesota
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Whether or not your "ex" has any legal justification for not paying his child's tuition depends upon what is stated in the existing child support order. As such you need to carefully read the document.
If it appears that the "ex" is obligated to make the tuition payments then you should seend a copy of it to him requesting that he begin honoring his obligations and if not, you will consult with a family law attorney to resolve the matter.
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