Divorce & Children, FAQ Seth R. Nelson Divorce & Children, FAQ Seth R. Nelson

How is Child Support Calculated?

Child support is defined as the long-term payments one parent makes to another for childcare costs. Unlike alimony, it is almost entirely based on an objective mathematical calculation. There is little wiggle room. Also, unlike alimony, the duration doesn't depend on the marriage's length. Instead, it is based on the ages of the children.

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