Overpayment Child Support Paralegal King County WA

Child Support Paralegal: 206-471-1245

Overpaid Child Support and Reimbursement

In some cases, child support payments include amounts for specific expenses such as medical costs, daycare, insurance, or other child-related items. When those funds are not used for their intended purpose, a parent may be entitled to seek reimbursement for overpaid child support.

Overpayment issues may arise when expense allocations are unclear, extraordinary expenses are not properly defined, or documentation was incomplete when the support order was entered. These situations often become apparent only after payments have already been made.

Requests for reimbursement or credit for overpaid child support are commonly addressed during a child support modification. Modification allows the court to review how expenses were handled and whether adjustments or credits are appropriate based on the existing order and payment history.

Properly prepared documents help clearly present what was paid, what expenses were required, and whether reimbursement or adjustment is warranted. Careful preparation is especially important when expense provisions were vague or open ended.

If your situation involves an ongoing inability to meet current support obligations, see Reduce Child Support.

To speak with a family law paralegal about child support overpayment issues, call 206-471-1245.