Asked in Child Support and Divorce for Ohio

Q: In Ohio getting a dissolution, she doesn’t want child support or alimony. Can I put 0 for all the child support values?

I just need to figure out how to properly fill out everything so that no support will be owed.

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A: You will have to prepare a child support worksheet with all required numbers. On the deviation line you put the amount owed as a downward deviation. You will then have to explain why you are deviating to zero in the agreement, whether a shared parenting plan or a separation agreement. The explanation will have to show you are contributing to the children’s support in some way, such as paying directly for their expenses like clothing, activities, etc.

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