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Q: My child support went from $400 a month to $1038 a month and I spend about 40% time with my child. The difference my ex

And I difference a month is about $1000. I have no problem paying for my son but more than double just seems outrageous to me. I have a mortgage and bills, my ex doesn't own a home and lives with her boyfriend who helps her with the bills. How do I fight that??? Also, in the last month my son hasn't visit me due to an argument we had over me disciplining him for being very disrespectful to me. Can I force him to stay with me if it's court ordered?

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Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
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A: Speak to the attorney you retained to assist you with the child support modification hearing. Double check the worksheet with him or her to be certain you were given all appropriate credits for your contributions. Also, discuss with them your desire to modify placement and parenting time.

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