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Child Support Basics
If the attorney general is already involved, can the oblige hire a private attorney?
Yes they can, the office of the AG may be involved, but the AG does not represent them.
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Child Support Videos
These brief videos answer common questions we hear from parents across Texas about hiring a lawyer and collecting past-due child support. They’re designed to help you understand your options before you call us.
- Focused on real-world child support problems, not legal jargon.
- Recorded by the firm that helped shape Texas child support interest law.
- General information only — every case is unique.
Nothing here is legal advice and watching these videos does not create an attorney-client relationship.
If you’re ready to talk about your specific situation, please contact the firm directly.
Child support video library
Watch short, focused explanations of common child support questions. Each video is under ten minutes and meant to be a starting point for a deeper conversation about your case.
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Child Support Basics
What's the oldest age your child can be?
There are no time limits — you can even collect when the obligor is dead.
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Child Support Basics
What does a child support obligee need to start collection?
A court order is required. Without one, we can't do anything to help.
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Child Support Basics
What are the steps to enforce unpaid child support?
All court orders are the most important documents, along with pay records.
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Child Support Basics
Can I still hire a lawyer if the Attorney General is involved?
Yes. In almost all situations you can still hire a private attorney even if the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is already handling your child support case.
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Child Support Basics
No time limit on collecting past-due child support
Common mistake: “My child is 21, I can’t collect.” Not true—your child could be 60 and you can still collect past-due support. Let’s take action now.