Are you struggling to pay your child support? You may qualify to have your child support lowered if you have had a "change in circumstances".

According to Lepis v. Lepis, a "change in circumstances" is:

1. Reduced income
2. Disability
3. Birth of another child
4. Ex-wife's income has increased
5. An increase in parenting time
6. Emancipation of a child

Here are the answers to some commons questions that I hear on a daily basis:

1. Do I need an attorney to represent me?

It's your choice. In my experience, the 9 out of 10 motions are decided on the papers without the need to appear for oral argument. My fee is only $399 because I prepare the motion documents and research applicable laws for you. However, I can't represent you or give you any legal advice.

2. What if I filed a motion for modification before and was denied?

You may qualify to have your child support modified. The problem is when inexperienced litigants write the motion documents on their own they forget crucial facts. This leads to the judge blatantly denying their motion!!!

3. How old does my child have to be before I can emancipate him?

It really depends on numerous factors. In general, judges make their decision on a case by case basis. Is your child attending school on a full-time basis? Has he joined the military or started working full-time? Has he moved out of his mother's home?

4. What is the first step?

The first step is to find your entire Property Settlement Agreement if you are divorced and any previous child support orders. You will need to complete the Case Information Statement which gives the judge detailed information about your income. In addition, you need to gather your last years tax return and your last 3 pay stubs.

Jamie Goldman
(732) 609-5016
njdivorcehelp@gmail.com

Disclaimer: The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. I cannot give legal advice or provide legal representation in court. This is not a law firm. Services provided are intended to assist clients in typing documents for filing as Pro Se litigants (representing themselves).