Custody and Child Support FAQs
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How does the court decide who gets the children?
At the outset, it is important to understand that “custody” is usually divided into two separate categories – legal custody and physical … more -
What happens if I need to relocate?
Should a parent need to relocate, the court will continue to use the “best interests” standard in determining where the child will go. There are … more -
How is child support ordered and what exactly is it?
Child support is a court ordered monthly payment by one parent (often the non-custodial parent) to the other parent for the support of their common child. Federal law … more -
My spouse is not making payments – what can I do?
You can take your spouse back to court. Once there, the judge has many tools available for your use. For example, you could have the judge issue a wage … more -
Can a child support order be changed or modified?
Yes. An order for child support can be changed or modified any time there is a material change in circumstances from the time that the initial child support was … more
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