Depending on the child custody award, a noncustodial parent is generally obligated to pay child support to the custodial parent. This support is an invaluable tool in ensuring the children are able to maintain a similar standard of living to what they were accustomed...
Child Support
Child Support
What are the penalties for unpaid child support in Mississippi?
Child support orders in Mississippi are legally binding. The state uses a simple percentage of the noncustodial parent's income and requires child support until the child reaches age 18. When support goes unpaid, the parent who does not pay will be subject to interest...
Navigating Mississippi child support guidelines
Raising a child can be costly. Many parents save up money when expanding their family. When parents split, these finances do not go away. In fact, they can become more burdensome for one parent versus the other. In matters where one parent takes on the custodial role,...
Understanding when child support ends in Mississippi
All states require parents to support their minor children before, during and after marriage. Typically, the duty of support falls to both parents. While the duty between the parents is equal, often the amounts paid are not, because child support is generally...
How can a parent collect the child support they are owed?
Mississippi parents understand the importance of putting their children’s needs first. When parents are no longer together, they still have the obligation of supporting their children. A noncustodial parent is often ordered to pay child support for their children....
It takes extra steps to make sure child support grows with costs
When you got divorced, the courts probably issued a certain amount your partner would pay to help cover the costs of raising your children. But while prices are constantly growing, you’ll have to take special steps to make sure the support grows along with it. The...
Understanding income withholding for child support
Parents are required to make their child support payments on time and in full. For Mississippi parents who have a child support order, it is possible that their employer will need to withhold income so the payments can be made. For the custodial parent and the...
Understanding the child support formula
When there is a divorce in Mississippi and children are involved, it is important to understand how child support will factor in with the case. Parents undoubtedly want what is best for their kids and that includes making certain they have everything they need to...
Legal advice is imperative with Mississippi child support issues
In Mississippi, one of the most complicated aspects of a family law case is child support. Once the child custody and visitation rights are determined, it is imperative that the custodial parent receive a sufficient amount to provide the child with a safe and secure...
When might there be a deviation from the child support formula?
When a couple in Mississippi divorces and must deal with a child support determination, there are many factors that are considered when the amount is calculated. A child support formula is used in many cases. With that, the court will try to come to a fair amount for...