Family law
Child Support
Child support in Michigan is calculated using a statutory formula that considers the incomes of both parents, the parenting time schedule, and certain allowable expenses.
Overview
What to understand about child support.
Michigan uses the Michigan Child Support Formula to calculate child support obligations. The formula takes into account each parent's net income, the parenting time each parent exercises, and other factors such as health insurance costs and child care expenses.
Support orders can be modified when there is a change in circumstances, such as a significant change in either parent's income or a change in the parenting time arrangement. Michigan courts may also review and adjust support when a substantial period of time has passed.
Who this serves
- ●Parents establishing a support obligation in a divorce or paternity case
- ●Parents seeking to modify an existing support order
- ●Parents with enforcement concerns
- ●Those addressing support in conjunction with custody modifications
Common issues
What these matters typically involve.
- Initial support calculation
- Income attribution and imputation
- Child care and health insurance costs
- Post-secondary education support
- Modification of existing orders
- Enforcement of support obligations
Process
How these matters proceed.
Support is typically established in conjunction with divorce or paternity proceedings. The parties may agree on a support amount consistent with the formula, or the court determines the amount after reviewing the relevant financial information.
How the firm approaches this
Quist Homier Law on child support.
The firm helps clients understand how the Michigan Child Support Formula applies to their circumstances and what financial information is relevant to the calculation. The attorneys identify issues that may affect the outcome, including income attribution questions and the treatment of irregular income.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about child support.
Michigan courts may deviate from the formula if a strict application would be unjust or inappropriate, provided the court makes specific findings. Deviations are not common and require clear justification.
These answers are provided for general informational purposes and do not constitute legal advice. The law varies by jurisdiction and by the specific facts of each situation. Contact the firm to discuss your matter.
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