Marriage And Child Support

Summary

In Maine, your income wont be garnished for your partners child support debt, but joint assets may be at risk. Your individual tax return shouldnt be affected, but a joint refund might be applied to the debt. Consult a family law attorney for specific advice. Joint assets include properties or resources owned together, like a house or bank accounts. For free legal consultation, contact Legal Services for the Elderly in Maine.

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I want to get married in Maine but my partner owes child support. What are my rights?
Hello ****, in Maine:
- Your income won't be garnished for your partner's child support debt.
- However, any joint assets or property may be at risk.
Please consult a family law attorney for specific advice.
What are joint assets
Joint assets are properties or resources that are owned by two or more people. In your case, it could be a house, car, bank accounts, or any property you and your partner buy or accumulate together after marriage.
How might my partners child supoort affecr my taxes
In general:
- Your partner's child support debt shouldn't affect your individual tax return.
- However, if you file jointly, any refund might be applied to the outstanding debt.
Please consult a tax professional for specific guidance.
Is my partner paying too much child support?
To determine if your partner is paying too much child support, we'd need to know the specifics of their agreement or court order, and their income. Child support varies based on these and other factors. A local family law attorney can provide a detailed analysis.
Is there a local arrorney i can get a free consultatoon
Sure, ****. To provide you with the information about local attorneys, I need to know your location. Could you please provide it?
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Sure, ****. In your location (*), you can contact Pine Tree Legal Assistance for free legal consultation.

Pine Tree Legal Assistance


Phone:(*) *-*
Address: * Federal St, Portland, ME *
Website: www.ptla.org
My partner's ex uses that attorney who else might I use
Sure, ****. You can try reaching out to Legal Services for the Elderly. They offer free legal help in Maine.

Legal Services for the Elderly


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Wabon St, Augusta, ME *
Website: www.mainelse.org