Legal Question in Family Law in Hawaii

Child Support Obligation while changing careers
My ex-wife and I lived and divorced in Hawaii in 1997. Whe have joint custody of an 8 year old, the ex-wife has physical custody. They moved to California in 1998 following the divorce. I recently accepted a job transfer to California in 2002. As we both reside in California, my child support is handle through wage garnishment and is handled out of the Hawaii agency.

I am currently obligated to payments of $980 per month based upon the Hawaii courts.

In the mean time, I have become very unhappy with my work situation and would like to change employers. I am not sure if the courts will take this into consideration, or will I continue to be obligated to this amount? I do not want to feel stuck with my current employer, yet I am unsure of the consequences of accepting a lower paying position with another company.

Thank you.

M. Davidson

Asked on 1/06/04, 10:03 pm

Brian Levy, Esq. Law Office of Brian Don Levy

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Reply: Child Support Obligation while changing careers

The risk you run is that California will calculate a higher amount of child support than what would be calculated in Hawaii given the same situation.

I suggest that you consult with an experienced family law lawyer. Experience is not expensive, it's priceless!

You will find some valuable information on various California family law issues at my web site.

Good luck to you!

Brian Levy, Esq.

www.calattorney.com

Answered on 1/07/04, 5:42 pm

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