Category Archives: Child Support

How to Help Your Children Adjust During a Divorce

By: Julia Rodgers Children who were born in a two-parent household, where both of their biological (or adoptive) parents were physically present, have formed an opinion about what they believe to be a solid family structure. This family model (that is now lodged in the mind of the child) is what they consider their support…
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If We Have Equal Custody Who Pays for Support?

By: Christina Pashou, Esq. Support Guidelines, shared physical custody means that the parenting time is approximately 50% / 50% between two parents. In Massachusetts, both parents have a duty to support their child(ren). Typically, only the noncustodial parent makes child support payments. However, if your parenting time results in an approximate 50% / 50% split, you may qualify for a different child…
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