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Child Custody and Parenting Plans in DC Separation and Divorce

By Carolyn Goodman

 DC SEPARATION AND DIVORCE–CHILD CUSTODY AND PARENTING PLANS

We are living in difficult times with the Covid-19 crisis so it can be even more challenging when you wish to separate and you have children who are at home with a virtual school schedule.

When you decide to separate and there are children involved it is best to have an agreement for a temporary schedule for custody and a parenting plan.  It is best to have a plan in place before each parent has a separate residence so you each know when you will see your children and when you are solely responsible for their care. This is in everyone’s best interest but most of all it is best for your children to know where they will be each day.  This is important even for very young children.

There are many types of schedules that work depending upon each parent’s work schedule and the schedule for your children for school, activities and your child-care schedule. Your schedule may also impact how you choose to share expenses for your children and whether there will be a child support payment from one parent to the other.

It is best to speak with an experienced attorney who can describe various schedules that might work given your individual circumstances.  The divorce lawyer you speak with will also be able to explain how child support works and the ways in which you can work with your spouse/partner to take care of your children financially.

 

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Divorce and Child Support in DC

By Carolyn Goodman

As part of many divorce cases in DC, child support is an issue of concern for many people. I am asked often, “Will I be able to pay my own bills along with paying child support?” 

In the District of Columbia, child support is determined by applying a child support guideline that takes a number of factors into account when determining the appropriate amount of child support that should be paid.

The guideline was designed so that both parents share the responsibility for the support of their child or children.

DC Child Support Guidelines

The gross income of both parents forms the basis for determining child support.

This can include salary, overtime and tips, commissions, bonuses, unemployment compensation, interest or dividends, etc. The child support guideline also takes into account the cost of health insurance for the child or children along with medical expenses above $250 per year per child, such as co-pays, deductibles, orthodontic treatment, dental care, etc. Childcare expenses are also taken into account if childcare is necessary for either parent in order to work or go to school.

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