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What Happens If My Ex Stops Paying Child Support?

by Catherine Ryan | Jul 30, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

Let’s be real—divorce is tough, but when your ex stops paying child support, things can go from tough to terrifying. That money isn’t just numbers on a page—it’s your child’s groceries, your rent, their school supplies, and the ability to give them a safe and stable...
Woman looking distressed while reviewing child support documents on a table, with a child playing in the background, illustrating the challenges of missed child support payments.

He Stopped Paying—Now What? How to Handle Missed Child Support

by Catherine Ryan | Jul 28, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

You’ve got a custody agreement. You’ve got a child support order. Things seemed settled—until the payments stopped coming. If this is happening to you, take a breath. You’re not alone, and you’re not powerless. Life happens—job loss, relocation, or just plain...
Father with a concerned expression, child and woman in background, text overlay "When Custody Battles Get Emotional," reflecting emotional challenges in custody disputes.

What If My Child Doesn’t Want to Come With Me?: When Custody Battles Get Emotional

by Catherine Ryan | Jul 24, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

When Love Gets Complicated by Custody Let’s be honest—divorce is tough enough. But when your child doesn’t want to come with you during your court-ordered time, it hits differently. It’s not just about the legal process anymore. It’s about your heart. This isn’t...
Illustration of a concerned child with crossed arms, flanked by a worried mother and a father holding a custody order, depicting emotional tension in custody arrangements.

My Kid Doesn’t Want to Come With Me—Now What?

by Catherine Ryan | Jul 22, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

Let’s set the scene: you’re the financially stable parent. You’ve got a court order saying your child is supposed to be with you every other weekend—or maybe full-time. But when it’s time for the visit or transition? Your child refuses. They cry, they cling to...
Girl wearing a "Happy Birthday" hat smiling at birthday cake with candles, balloons in background, and adults observing, reflecting the complexities of celebrating children's birthdays after divorce.

Birthday Battles: The Surprising Truth About Who Gets to Celebrate With Your Kids After Divorce

by Catherine Ryan | Jul 20, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

Kids shouldn’t have to pick between cake and conflict. Birthdays are supposed to be magical—balloons, cake, laughter, and maybe a meltdown or two (from the kids, not the adults!). But when you’re navigating a divorce or custody split, something as joyful as a...
Couple reviewing divorce documents with concern, reflecting on child custody and support issues in a family law context.

The Kids Are with Me—Why Am I Still Paying Child Support?

by Catherine Ryan | Jul 2, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

What Georgia law actually says about custody, parenting time, and money. You’re not alone if you’ve asked this. Many parents feel confused or even frustrated when they’re the primary caregiver—yet are still expected to pay child support. It doesn’t seem to add up. But...
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