Child support is an issue that must be addressed by the parties whenever minor or dependent children are involved in a family case. New Jersey Court Rule 5:6A sets forth the Child Support Guidelines which are the basic starting place for all child support calculations. We use the latest computer programs to calculate the amount of child support that might be appropriate and acceptable to all parties.

Our main job when it comes to child support is to determine the true income of the parties. Without the most accurate information, the child support calculations cannot be prepared properly, which has a negative effect on the children.

There are times when it may be appropriate to deviate from the Child Support Guidelines. This frequently occurs when a child has special needs or when one of the parents has particular needs or circumstances which make it inequitable for him or her to pay child support according to the strict statutory guidelines. These exceptions will be considered in determining a decision.