Rochester NY Child Support and Social Service Office
Rochester NY Child Support and Social Service Office enhances the well being of children by locating noncustodial parents, establish paternity, establish and enforce support orders, modify orders when appropriate, collect and distribute child support payments, and refer parents to other social service programs. These programs promote parent accountability, self sufficiency and reduce the public’s responsibility for providing financial and medical support to children.
Child Support and Social Service Office Helpline (CSH) Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–7:00 PM.
Walk-In LocationMonroe County SCU 9:00 AM-3:00 PM |
Mailing AddressMonroe County SCU |
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Family CourtMonroe County Family Court |
For Desk ReviewMonroe County SCU |
Yes, a child can claim child support even if they never got any before. The child can file a lawsuit against the parent who failed to pay child support. The child will need to prove that they are the child of the parent who failed to pay, and that the parent had the ability to pay child support. The child may also be able to recover the child support that they should have received, plus interest and other fees.
The process of filing a lawsuit for child support can be complex, so it is important to consult with an attorney. The attorney can help the child gather the necessary evidence and file the lawsuit. The attorney can also represent the child in court and negotiate a settlement with the parent who failed to pay child support.
Here are some of the things that a child may need to do to claim child support:
Establish paternity: If the child’s parents were not married, the child will need to establish paternity. This can be done through a DNA test or by signing a Voluntary Acknowledgment of Paternity.
Find the parent: The child will need to find the parent who failed to pay child support. This may be difficult if the parent has moved away or is not cooperating.
Gather evidence: The child will need to gather evidence to prove that they are the child of the parent who failed to pay child support. This evidence may include birth certificates, school records, and photographs.
File a lawsuit: The child will need to file a lawsuit against the parent who failed to pay child support. The lawsuit will be filed in the court where the parent lives or works.
Represented by an attorney: It is important to be represented by an attorney when filing a lawsuit for child support. The attorney can help the child gather the necessary evidence, file the lawsuit, and negotiate a settlement with the parent who failed to pay child support.
If you are a child who never received child support, you should consult with an attorney to discuss your options.