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Lawyer vs. Agency: the best way to collect what you're owed

Both approaches have advantages. With Child Support 2 Collect, you don't have to choose.

Falling behind on child support is unfortunately common, and for custodial parents, collecting what's owed can feel overwhelming. Should you hire a lawyer to represent you in court, or is a collection agency the better option?

The truth: both have advantages — and at Child Support 2 Collect, you get both. Our founder owns both The Sinkin Law Firm and Child Support 2 Collect, so you get the best child support attorneys in the business combined with the persistence and resources of a dedicated collection agency.

The Lawyer Approach

Legal power behind you

An attorney gives you the strength of the law — essential if the other parent is uncooperative or hides assets.

  • File enforcement actions in court
  • Request wage garnishments and liens on property
  • Seek judgments that include arrears and interest
  • Represent you in front of a judge
Downside: traditional law firms often charge expensive hourly fees — putting legal help out of reach for many parents.
The Agency Approach

Relentless collection

A collection agency focuses on tracking down payments and enforcing obligations — with no upfront cost.

  • Locate the parent and their assets
  • Monitor arrears and calculate interest
  • Work directly with state enforcement offices
  • Pursue levies, seizures and garnishment
Our advantage: no upfront fees. If we don't collect, you don't pay.
Why choose when you can have both

Top attorneys + a dedicated collection agency, under one roof

You get the legal firepower of The Sinkin Law Firm and the persistence of Child Support 2 Collect — with no attorney's-fees cost and no upfront fees.

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