Canton, GA asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Georgia

Q: Dad and mom have joint custody, dad pays mom child support monthly, custody of the child is 50/50

Dad pays for health insurance, medical bills, and child care. Does he still need to pay mom child support?

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Regina Irene Edwards
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A: It's possible. Disparity of incomes is also a factor in determining child support. 50/50 custody doesn't always eliminate child support.

Homer P Jordan IV agrees with this answer

A: I agree with my colleague, it is still possible that childcare would need to be paid. It all depends on the facts of the case. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558 HomerJordan.com

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