Custody and Child Support FAQs

• Q: How Does The Court Decide Who Gets The Children?
  A: At the outset, it is important to understand that “custody” is usually divided into two separate categories – legal custody and physical … More
• Q: How Is Child Support Ordered And What Exactly Is It?
  A: 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
• Q: My Spouse Is Not Making Payments – What Can I Do?
  A: 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
• Q: Can A Child Support Order Be Changed Or Modified?
  A: 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
• Q: What Happens If I Need To Relocate?
  A: 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