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Alimony Fact Sheet
Alimony (also called spousal support) is financial support paid by one former spouse to the other after a divorce or a legal separation. This fact sheet explains the details and process of alimony in DC. Read More
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Child Support Fact Sheet
Each child is entitled to be supported by both parents, and all parents have a legal duty to support their children. Court-ordered child support is usually money, but may also include medical support, such as health insurance or assistance with medical expenses. Read More
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Fee Waivers in Washington D.C. Fact Sheet
In D.C. Family Court, it costs $80 to start a divorce, custody, visitation or child support case. Once the case has been started, it costs $20 to file a counterclaim or a motion. There may also be other costs, such as witness fees or publication of notices. This two page flyer will explain how to get court fees waived in D.C. Read More
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Filing For A Fee Waiver
Information about how to get court fees waived in family law cases. Read More
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alimony
Basic information about alimony, also known as "spousal support." Read More
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Frequently Asked Questions About Child Support
A list of questions and answers about child support. This information can help you if you are trying to get child support or if someone else is trying to make you pay child support. Read More
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Starting a Child Support Case Fact Sheet
A two page flyer about starting a child support case in D.C. Read More
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