If the father is in jail, will the state pick up child support?

The state will not directly pick up his child support obligation, but it is possible that the mother would then be entitled to other state...

Does children with current marriage affect amount of child support with previous marriage?

Unfortunately, the costs of raising the subsequent three children are not really factored into the calculations of your child support obligation...

Can my ex-wife use $0 as her income on a financial affidavit if she is voluntary not working?

If her income is actually $0, then that is what she should indicate on her financial affidavit. However, for purposes of calculating a child...

My ex wife is bringing an attorney to last hearing without telling me, can she do this?

If she has retained an attorney, which is her right, it is the attorney's responsibility to file a Notice of Appearance with the Clerk and provide...

Is it common for the father to pay child support even if the children spend 50 percent of the time at each parents home?

If one party makes a lot more than the other party, there will probably be a child support obligation even if the parties have 50/50 time-sharing. ...

My son's father and I are still together but live separately. He takes care of his son. Can the state force child support on him

It would be fairly unusual if you all are living in one household for a child support order to be entered. Are the people who are sending you the...

You should be able to obtain a certified copy of the Child Support Order from the Clerk of the Court where it was issued.

My lawyer options in a divorce

You can certainly make a request that she contribute to your attorney fees, but many times such relief is not granted until the end of the...

Hi, question about monthly payments.

Without knowing the exact net incomes of the parties and whether or not there are childcare expenses. $447 per month sounds correct.

My ex wants to take me to court for child support.

He certainly may have the ability to file a Supplemental Petition to modify the final judgment, but whether or not he can collect anything from you...