My husband and I are in full agreement for our divorce we actually are better freinds now after 20 years. We don't want to have a costly divorce so we would like to take care of matters on our own.We have a 7 year old and 13 year old. We both agree on making up a form stating he will pay ex-amount of money per month for child support then have it notorized. Can this be done?
2006-07-03 19:48:18 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
This really is a lawyer question. But it could't hurt. At least you could bring it out at a court appointment if he starts backing out of it.
2006-07-03 19:51:26 · answer #1 · answered by acholtz@verizon.net 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to see a lawyer. Your lawyer will work for you as a "mediator" and not as a legal counselor for you or your partner. It is important for everything to be put in writing. I'm glad that you are in good terms with your partner at this time. Yet, as you know, life is weird. Before you know it, all hell could break loose. This shouldn't cost you more than 1000 dollars. I'm sure that some lawyers prefer to represent angry partners because they like to exploit people in distress. It is best to be civil and to think of "what's in the best interest of the children." Write a detailed plan that covers, physical custody, child support, housing issues, and so on. Be very specific. Good luck. :)
2006-07-04 03:05:00 · answer #2 · answered by MrG 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find a cheap lawyer. You need a Judges decision so this should really be in the divorce papers. A notary cannot give legal advice or prepare legal documents; they are just a witness to whoever signs this. Your ex can always say that he didn't know what he was signing at a later date and may take you back to court. He can also say he signed under duress or was coerced.
2006-07-04 02:59:13 · answer #3 · answered by Busy Lady 2010 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can..but that paper won't help you when he is late, does not pay etc cause you will still have to go through the courts to get it enforced..if you both agree then why not go through child support? they can say what is to be paid but will allow you to agree to a lower amount if you choose to..in the long run it saves headaches and protects the child
2006-07-04 02:57:35 · answer #4 · answered by Kaeos 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local department store and buy a program called FAMILY LAWYER it has the actual papers you will need to have for court . I hope it helps you both good luck
2006-07-04 02:56:30 · answer #5 · answered by yahoo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a good lawyer involve, so there would not be any loophole. If your ex- chooses not to follow-up with the payment, he will have to explain to judge why he should not be put behind bars.
2006-07-04 02:52:04 · answer #6 · answered by SweetBrunette 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can make a contract for child support and keep the state out of it. include a stipulation for health insurance. the drawback to this arrangement is that your local county doesn't know if he falls in arrears. this can be a pain...
2006-07-04 02:58:12 · answer #7 · answered by sinned 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just go to child support and ask them for the money they get right on it
2006-07-04 02:54:29 · answer #8 · answered by johnkermitabbott 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋