Q: In the middle of a divorce and about to go to mediation for child support and he got fired for poor performance.now what
Husband made more than I did and he was fired due to not showing up and poor performance.the 2nd and final attempt for mediation in a week. I don’t think he will show up, it was court ordered. How will my child support be affected?
A: For child support, the court can not only take into consideration of his current income, but also his earning ability. If he is voluntarily unemployed, his income may be imputed to the amount that he previously made before getting fired.
Homer P Jordan IV agrees with this answer
A: The court will make the decisions regarding child support after all of the facts have been reviewed. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558 HomerJordan.com
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