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tlcarlson
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My ex has been paying a flat amount for child support, normally in Texas (where I live) it is 20% for one child and 25% for two (we have 2). He recently lost his job and wants to have the original court order "modified" because he says he cannot afford to pay me the amount awarded to me initially. His prior career field was hi-tech and he made alot of money. I have several questions:
1. If he marries his current live in girlfriend/fiance is the amount he has to pay me based on their JOINT household income?
2. He has basically disowned his older child (has had no contact with her for the last year for various reasons) but yet has constant contant with our 4 year old (yes they are both his children) and he is not trying to get out of paying for both children BUT can I say he has "disowned" her and get his visitation with his 4 year old supervised?
3. Also, he is retired military and our original decree does not break down my portion of his retirement vs. child support, it was all lumped into one.
I just don't want to be "bullied" into a modification that may not be in my best interest, yet cannot afford to hire an attorney yet he lives the "high life". I know this is an old story but any input would be greatly appreciated, especailly if you can e-mail me directly as I have to do all of this at work and it is easier to check my e-mail.
Thanks to all in advance.
Sincerely,
Tina
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1. If he marries his current live in girlfriend/fiance is the amount he has to pay me based on their JOINT household income?
2. He has basically disowned his older child (has had no contact with her for the last year for various reasons) but yet has constant contant with our 4 year old (yes they are both his children) and he is not trying to get out of paying for both children BUT can I say he has "disowned" her and get his visitation with his 4 year old supervised?
3. Also, he is retired military and our original decree does not break down my portion of his retirement vs. child support, it was all lumped into one.
I just don't want to be "bullied" into a modification that may not be in my best interest, yet cannot afford to hire an attorney yet he lives the "high life". I know this is an old story but any input would be greatly appreciated, especailly if you can e-mail me directly as I have to do all of this at work and it is easier to check my e-mail.
Thanks to all in advance.
Sincerely,
Tina
[email protected]