Child Support Lawyers

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Does Every State Follow The Same Formula In Calculating Child Support?
  No.  Each state has their own child support law but each state tends to follow one of three basic models:  Flat Percentage, Income Shares, and the Melson Formula. a) Flat Percentage … more

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• Not all Child Support Payments are Equal
  The factors used to calculate child support payments are set by law.  To calculate each parent’s child support obligation the law generally applies each parent’s income, including wages, assets such as stocks and bonds, welfare benefits, etc., and the standard of living of the child before the divorce.  In certain cases, however, extraordinary needs of the child may be … more
• Child Support Enforcement Options
  There are a variety of different enforcement tools that are available to you in enforcing your court order for child support.  You can use these tools by hiring a private attorney to help you, filing the appropriate paperwork with the court on your own, or applying for assistance through your local child support enforcement office.  All states have a child support enforcement agency … more

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