<p>My son is applying to colleges that require NCP information. We have not had contact with that parent (phone, mail, or otherwise) in 17 years. I have no contact info. I’m meeting with a lawyer to start the paper trail to petition for a waiver, and I have third parties who have agreed to write letters attesting to the lack of relationship. Should I put all my energy and $ into the waiver which, as you know, may or may not be approved, or should I also pursue an asset investigation that may yield information that can be used to estimate need? Has anyone tried this? Is it a dumb idea?</p>
<p>Has he paid child support? If not, I think the schools that give waivers will give you one. Who knows in this financial environment if this is something they’ll get tougher on though.</p>
<p>Not sure why you would need a lawyer. There would be a great paper trail if your bank account shows no money from him for 17 years. If he is paying support, he should be easy to find.</p>
<p>In any event, make sure there are FAFSA only school on the list.</p>