Do I Have to Pay Child Support If I Have Shared Custody?

The difference in income will determine whether you pay child support, typically.

When you receive alimony, that’s income to you, and if you pay alimony, it’s deduction against your income.

It really is a product of your incomes after alimony is paid, if there’s any alimony at all.

Do I Need a Separation Agreement in New Jersey?
New Jersey courts do not generally require couples to sign a separation agreement before beginning to live apart from one another. However, many will choose to do so on their own due to the benefits offered by the document. To learn more read on and consult with a Sussex County,…
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What is a Financial Affidavit in a Divorce?
Dividing assets or assigning financial obligations during a divorce can be extremely contentious. Financial affidavits help the court make a fair determination regarding all financial issues relevant to the case including property division, child support, alimony, and more. To learn more about the role that a financial affidavit will play…
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Can I Keep Gifts During My Divorce?
In New Jersey, all assets acquired by either spouse during the marriage are considered jointly owned and are therefore subject to property distribution during the divorce process. However, certain gifts may be exempt from this rule. Continue reading and consult with a Sparta property distribution attorney to learn more about…
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How Should I Deal with Parental Alienation?
If you are experiencing parental alienation after a separation or divorce it can be emotionally draining and confusing. You are probably hurt but trying to remember that your child is not acting on their own, they are being manipulated to believe false narratives. For more information on how you can…
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