Is there any way that I can be made to pay for additional education after high school?
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Is there any way that I can be made to pay for additional education after high school?
Orders are for 18 years or until graduation from high school. Can the courts order me to pay for additional education such as college/university?
Asked on January 23, 2012 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
The answer really depends on the law in the state in which you reside - and I assume where the child resides. Some states grant the courts the power to order support after majority -called post-secondary or post-minority support. If they can then they will. It would be, however, a new application or a modification to your present agreement since your agreement states otherwise. Check with a lawyer inyour area.
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