Legal Question in Family Law in Ohio

Re: adoipted children

The short answer is that the Ohio Revised Code, in conjunction with the IRS have deemed that Child Support is supposed to be used for the benefit and well being of the child and, therefore, not taxable.

As a general rule, Spousal Support (Alimony) is considered income and taxable to her and deductible to you. As such, if you are the payor, it's better to pay Alimony then Child Support.... but that never happens because people don't like the idea of paying their ex-wife. They'd rather justify it by paying for their kids.

On a side note, the Child Support does appear high. There are simple mathematical calculations which dictate what the appropriate amount should be. If it's too high, you can ask the court to reduce it. Call me if you wish to discuss further.