Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

I am a 24 year old full time college student . My mom who lives in New Jersey receives 1410 dollars a month in child support . I see none of it . She refuses to help me in any way , shape or form . She says it's her money and she can do whatever she wants with it . I live in Pa . She switched my license back to NJ , she said for my student loans . But its because of the child support . While i'm struggling and getting notices that my utilities are gonna be turned off , and i'm gonna lose my apartment . She's on vacation in Navada and has another vacation in June to Mexico . What can i do about this situation .?


Asked on 4/28/13, 12:38 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

You need to discuss this with your father. He should be very concerned that his child is suffering while his ex is vacationing. Also, you are entitled to have your college costs (not only tuition, but also living expenses) paid for by your parents. Assuming your father is as outraged as you are, he can go to Court to get some fairness here. If he is not interested, you can retain your own lawyer to do so. Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit of information that you have given to me. There certainly may be other factors that would change my opinion. Further, no one can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. Since it appears that you have not retained an attorney, you may want to contact a Family Law attorney (either me or someone else) to discuss your matter in more detail. Only then will you be able to rely on the advice. If you call me at 856-546-8010, mention Law Guru and your first one hour consultation will be free. Good luck! Rob Gleaner

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Answered on 4/28/13, 1:03 pm
Glenn Brown Real World Law, P.C.

What state is the child support order and how did your mother transfer your drivers license without your active participation?

Is this current support or is your dad now paying arrears from earlier years?

Is your mom co-signing your student loans?

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Answered on 4/28/13, 4:45 pm


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