Purpose of the Program:
The goal of the Legal and Supportive Services Workshop is to help non-custodial fathers with legal issues develop the tools that will enable them to navigate the legal process as it relates to issues of Child Support and Custody.
Phase 1: Legal and Supportive Services Workshop
Understanding your Child Support Order
How is child support determined?
What are arrears?
Who gets the money?
How is paternity established?
Modifying an existing Child Support Order
Establishing a need for the modification of an existing Child Support order
How can I request a modification of my Child Support Order?
Reporting an earning record
Preparing a pro se motion
Court Etiquette
Understanding your Custody
Legal Custody
Physical Custody
Joint or Shared Custody
How does Custody relate to child support?
How can I establish Custody?
Filing a motion for Partial Custody
What is the Generations Program?
What is the Collaborative Parenting Program?
How can I file for Custody if I don�t have enough money?
How can I follow up on my Custody Arrangement?
Be on Time
Don�t Argue
Be Considerate
Be Consistent
Maintain a Log
Enjoy your time with your child.
Phase 2: Follow up in Child Support and Custody Issues
Maintain relationship with your Fathers Collaborative case manager.
Continue with other Supportive Services.
Report any changes in employment or visitation to your Fathers Collaborative case manager.