Determining the Amount of Child Support
In New Jersey, most child support calculations are based on a statutory formula. This formula covers the vast majority of child support cases in this state. The amount of Child support is based on a number of factors.
Some of these factors include:
- Each parent’s income
- The total parental income
- The ratio of the income between the parties
- The age of the children and the number of children
- The number of overnights spent with each parent
- Children from other relationships
- Which parent pays for medical insurance
An exact amount cannot be provided without this information, in addition to a few other factors. If you have questions about the payment or receipt of child support, contact our office to review your situation with one of our attorneys.
