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Nov 29
1999
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Ask a Lawyer: Cap on child supportPosted by Dads Divorce in support , maximum , Maintenance , MA , income , Child Support , child , cap , Ask A Lawyer , amount |
Question:
Is there any sort of limit to child support. I just got a new raise and was wondering if there was a way to cap my ex-wife's ability to participate in my new salary. She works part time half-heartedly and well below $20k. I am supporting two households and for the first time in 4 years, might be a little more comfortable. I have my kids nearly 50% of the time, and my ex-wife gets more on a tax equivalent basis than I do of my paycheck. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.
Answer:
Allow me to preface my answer to your question with the disclaimer that I am not licensed to practice law in the state of Massachusettes. She will have to petition to get more support. At that point you can ask the court to take into consideration the other factors, and request deviation from the child support chart. All of the facts you have on your side will aid in a deviation argument, but they are generally difficult to win.
