What will happen if I do not show for the child support hearing? Will he be able to take my girls? Thanks for your help!

Since you say you don't want child support, but you have a hearing, I'm assuming that you receive Families First or some other State assistance. If...

The state forces us to used this Chase Debit Card for our child support, is there anything we can do?

Yes, you could close your case with the State child support office and have the child support paid directly to you. As long as it goes through the...

Does the state of Tennessee modify an existing support order if the parent whose supposed to be paying has had 2 more children?

The existence of additional biological or adopted children is a factor in calculating child support. The State recognizes his responsibility to...

Can I start my own business?

Child support in Tennessee is calculated on both parent's incomes. So the most important question is, what is your income right now? Are you...

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How do we need to approach the situation so we don't end up paying her child support

Yes, there is a chance he will have to pay child support to her. One question that needs to be answered is how much time your husband spends with...

Can the arrearage payment be stopped

Ms. Crawford is correct. Though, another option would be to petition the court to lower your payments.

Cost of uncontested divorce in TN?

Most lawyers offer uncontested divorces for a flat fee. You will have to pay the filing fee - which in Knox County is either $227.50 or $314.75,...

Found mathematical error in wage assignment.how do I correct it, in Tennessee

You need to call your local child support office and ask about it. It's possible that there could be some extra being taken out to pay off an...

Public assistance summoned me to child support court for petition for contempt

Based on your statements, I assume that your parents have TANF and you have a court order to pay child support. You should NOT have paid cash to...

If you give your rights away do you have pay child support?

Unfortunately, you cannot just sign your rights away. If the mother of the child has a husband that wants to adopt the child, you can give up your...