Expert: Carolin Schulz-Burgess - 11/1/2009

Question
i was married and divorced in germany. i now live in asia. the court divorce decision specified that my child will get a specified amount until he turns 18 years old.

question 1: can i legally obligate my ex-husband to extend the period beyond 18 years old?

The amount of my alimony is also specified in the divorce court decision.

question 2: i have remarried two months ago and my ex stopped paying my alimony. is this legal? if not, can i contest it in court here in singapore where i and my ex have separately settled permanently. or should i file it in german court since he is still a german citizen and goes to and from germany once in a while?

Answer
Dear Kate,
I'm sorry you were not satisfied with my answer, but the fact is that, since the child is located in Singapore, German law no longer applies in your case. All the legal guidelines regarding alimony and/or child support need to be decided by authorities there in Singapore. And since I am not an expert in the laws of Singapore I must refer you to a local lawyer there. I hope this makes more sense to you.
Sincerely,
Carolin Burgess