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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Below are some examples of questions often asked by clients in various areas of law. Although not intended to be relied upon absent advice from a lawyer who has discussed your particular fact situation, you may find some of the information useful as a starting point in your legal inquiry.
Family Law
When is a receiving parent's income considered for the purpose of calculating child support obligations?
A receiving parent's income is considered when you are:
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deciding special expenses;
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if you or the other parent claims undue hardship;
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when you and the other parent split or share custody;
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when a child is at or over the age of majority and you are not using the guidelines as if the child was under the age of majority;
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if the paying parent earns more than $150,000 a year; or
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if one of you has acted in place of a parent to the other parent's child.
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