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Every child has the right to material support from both of their parents. In a divorce proceeding, courts typically deem one parent to pay child support, but in some situations you may have to apply for support separately. If you and the other parent were never married or declined child support at the time, the child support attorneys at O'Connor, Mikita & Davidson LLC in Cincinnati recommends contacting your local Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA) for help.

child support attorneyThese offices not only enforce existing orders, but they can also make new child support arrangements, especially if your child's other parent is willing to cooperate with you. In Ohio, parents who are willing to come in together to negotiate an appropriate support payment schedule can avoid the expense and emotional stress of going to court.

Unfortunately—in some cases—negotiation and mediation are simply not possible. In these instances, the CSEA office will be able to help schedule a court date to have your case decided by a judge. These agencies have broad authority, and can even help you collect child support if the other parent does not live in Ohio or refuses to cooperate at all. To find your local CSEA office, click this link and select your county on the first page.

The child support system is extremely complex, and the outcome of your application could impact your life for years to come. When the stakes are so high, consider contacting a child support attorney who will walk you through the process, explain the law, and represent the interests of you and your children.

O'Connor, Mikita & Davidson LLC's attorneys have over 20 years of legal experience and a reputation for providing individualized, courteous service to all of their clients. Visit their website to learn more, or call (513) 793-5279 to schedule a consultation with a child support attorney today.

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