Child Support

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Child support is mandated by state law, and is determined by a formula known as the Child Support Standard Act. The judge does have discretion to take other matters into consideration when calculating the child support of the non-custodial parent, particularly when that parent earns more than $130,000 per year.

This is one reason that experienced and knowledgeable divorcecounselis imperative. The attorneys at The Law Office of Anthony N. Elia can help guide you through the laws determining child support. We can also advise you about nonpayment issues, whether you have found yourself unable to pay your court-ordered child support and need to know your options, or if your former spouse is not fulfilling his or her obligations.