I have been living with the father of my children for 20 years...I still have a minor child...if he decided to leave me and my child can I collect alimony from him.
Asked on 11/19/15, 4:57 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
John Davidson
Law Office of John A. Davidson
No you're not married.
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Answered on 11/19/15, 5:06 pm
Matthew Nahrgang
Nahrgang & Associates, P.C.
That is correct that you have to be married to obtain spousal support, alimony pendente lite, which is latin for alimony pending the litigation (APL), or alimony. However, if the child is his, you can seek child support.
Answered on 11/20/15, 7:10 am
