Memphis, TN asked in Family Law and Child Support for Tennessee

Q: My ex wife makes makes 407k/yr while i make a mere 50k yet i've been ordered to pay child support. how is that possible?

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A: Child support in TN is determined using a formula that takes into account each parent's income, the number of children each supports, the number of days the child spends with each parent, and who pays the expenses like insurance and child care for the child. If you went through the process without an attorney, you should consult one now to see if the calculations were done correctly.

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