Anonymous
Post 12/07/2013 19:33     Subject: Re:Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
You must wait 6 months to file in order to get jurisdiction in DC.

As soon as you move, however he can file for custody in your home state and use for the child to be returned.
Anonymous
Post 12/07/2013 17:42     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
I know they're expensive and funds are tight ... can someone cover it for you? So sorry ... I've been there (needing legal advice and not having the funds to cover it).
Anonymous
Post 12/07/2013 17:41     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
But it could save you a day/half day at the courthouse doing research at the self-help center ... then filling out the paperwork and returning in person. If you are starting a new job, you probably can't take off days. You may still have to do some of that but an attorney would tell you how to proceed. If you have to wait six months, you could do it in six months, take a few personal days then.

Does he have the funds to litigate if he wants?
Anonymous
Post 12/07/2013 16:50     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
Anonymous wrote:OP,

An hour with an attorney might make sense. I know funds are limited but it might save you $ down the road. Good luck!


I can't find one for under 400
Anonymous
Post 12/07/2013 16:50     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
Anonymous wrote:i would wait at least six months so he cant argue for a jurisdiction change


This is what I was worried about.
Anonymous
Post 12/07/2013 12:58     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
OP,

An hour with an attorney might make sense. I know funds are limited but it might save you $ down the road. Good luck!
Anonymous
Post 12/07/2013 10:06     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
i would wait at least six months so he cant argue for a jurisdiction change
Anonymous
Post 12/06/2013 10:31     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
There is no custody in play. I will initiate everything. I know I can do it in DC. Just wanted to know when.
Thanks All helpful responses
Anonymous
Post 12/06/2013 09:03     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
OP,

The PP's here are most likely not attorneys. It is possible that there are jurisdiction issues. Are you divorced or separated? Did you have his written permission to relocate with your child? This gets complicated ... Keep us posted and good luck.
Anonymous
Post 12/06/2013 08:05     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
you will need to file with whatever state handles your custody case
Anonymous
Post 12/05/2013 20:55     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
OP,

Are you divorced or separated?
Anonymous
Post 12/05/2013 20:53     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
Thanks. I was just worried DC would tell me to go back to my home state
Anonymous
Post 12/05/2013 19:07     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
Have you run the numbers in the child support calculator? You can file yourself, ask for an expedited hearing. (Presumably you had permission in writing to relocate.) Good luck!
Anonymous
Post 12/05/2013 18:43     Subject: Re:Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
Welcome to DC. Nothing happens fast, especially here but as far as I know, you can file now. It will take even longer if the NCP lives outside of DC. Check out this info:

http://cssd.dc.gov/page/receiving-support
Anonymous
Post 12/05/2013 11:42     Subject: Yippee new job in big city. I need C/S more than ever
Hi
I just moved to DC. I was in the process of filing for support when this job came through. I did NOT file in our old state. Can I file in DC? do I have to wait 6 months? We need the money ASAP.
Thanks,