How Can You Apply?

Applicants for public assistance will automatically be referred for child support services. Those not receiving public assistance can contact their county attorney to schedule an appointment.

Other Nebraska Family Law FAQs

Q: Who's Eligible For Child Support Enforcement?
A: Anyone who has a child support and/or medical support order, or wants to establish one, can apply for child support enforcement services by completing an application … More
Q: What Is Child Support?
A: Child support is an ordered monetary amount to be paid by a noncustodial parent for the financial welfare of his/her children. Usually, the parent who pays child … More
Q: What Is Medical Support?
A: Medical support is what a parent may be ordered to contribute to the child`s medical needs. Most parents are ordered to provide health insurance for the child and … More
Q: What Is Spousal Support?
A: Some support orders say that the custodial parent the parent who is taking care of the children should also receive financial support. This type … More
Q: How Is Child Support Calculated?
A: The Nebraska Supreme Court develops Nebraska Child Support Guidelines. They were last revised effective January 1, 1996. The main principle behind the guidelines is … More
Q: In Nebraska, Can a Spouse Give Up His or Her Right to Alimony in a Premarital Agreement?
A: Yes, Nebraska law allows spouses to include modification or elimination of spousal support in their prenuptial agreement. However, if that modification or … More
Q: What Steps are Necessary to Enter a Valid Premarital Agreement in Nebraska?
A: Nebraska law requires that premarital agreements be in writing and signed by both parties. In order to be valid, the agreement must be made voluntarily by … More