Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts
child support modification
If child support is to be modified what state when the kids live in one over 6 mo and the non custodial parent lives in the state of the original order.
Asked on 11/03/08, 10:41 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
henry lebensbaum
Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)
Re: child support modification
In the state that has jurisdiction over the child.
Answered on 11/04/08, 3:56 pm
Gregory Lee
Gregory P. Lee, Attorney at Law
Re: child support modification
Under these facts, child support remains in the state of the original order. In addition, as a practical matter, the original state is a better place to obtain information on husband's income. The issues of care, custody, and visitation are governed by the state in which the children reside.
Answered on 11/03/08, 2:09 pm