Divorce Attorneys, General & Specific Financial Aid from the State

Online assistance is available through the child support interactive web provided by the Office of the Attorney General for most states. Asking questions about child support laws, rights, and duties  is free, and help provided to qualified applicants. One the more valuable services provided online may include a questionnaire which matches qualifications with other free state services. Also, in the event of repeat nonpayment, AG offices routinely prosecute non-custodial spouses and may seek imprisonment. 

The most effective assistance with past due child support is provided by divorce attorneys. Regardless of the legal question involved, they are obligated to represent only their client's financial interest. Government agencies and the Office of the Attorney General Child Support Assistance Division represent the government's interest, which may or may not be consitient. Often, states seek reimbursement for financial aid to low income families if hardship was caused by nonpayment of child support. Amounts above reimbursement sought by the state may or may not be pursued.