Motion For Support In Pennsylvania
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Courts only award post-divorce alimony if necessary, i.e., the recipient spouse cannot financially support themselves. Alimony is referred to as a “secondary remedy” by the court, in that it is not automatic in every divorce.
What documents do I need to bring to the child support office? Information about the noncustodial parent. Name, address and Social Security number. Name and address of current or recent employer. Names of friends and relatives, names of organizations to which he or she might belong.
The party seeking support for a child in their care must file a Petition for Support at the Domestic Relations Section or can file an E-Services support petition online at the PA Child Support Website.
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The party seeking support for a child in their care must file a Petition for Support at the Domestic Relations Section or can file an E-Services support petition online at the PA Child Support Website.
In Pennsylvania, child support obligations normally last until the child turns 18 years old or graduates from high school, whichever comes later; however, child support can continue past the age of 18 and graduation if the child has certain physical or mental conditions that require continued support.
You would need to petition the courts for a modification of the support order. Since state law allows for 18 or graduation from high school (Which ever occurs later) the courts may agree to the modification. In the end it is up to the judge.
Receiving Child Support in Pennsylvania A common approach involves parents reaching an agreement, seeking a judge's approval for a support order through civil proceedings like divorce . Yet, most cases begin by filling out an Application for Child Support, which is then submitted to the local Domestic Relations office.
