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For those going through a divorce or the dissolution of a relationship, the issue of child support is a major one, and it's only natural to have a lot of questions about how child support is determined and calculated. The divorce attorneys at The Law Offices of Katzman, Logan, Halper & Bennett, LPA, serve clients throughout the Cincinnati, Ohio, region with all legal issues surrounding divorce and dissolution.

Below, they share three things to know about how child support is calculated in the state of Ohio: 

1. The Income of the Parents Is the Most Important Factor

When coming up with a figure for child support payments, the amount of income made by both parents tends to be the most significant factor. The amounts earned by Parent A and Parent B are added together, and a percentage of that total—based on the number of children to be supported and a ratio of how much one parent makes over another—is arrived at.

For instance, if Parents A and B have two children, and Parent A makes $20,100 per year and Parent B makes the same, the total income is $40,200. The noncustodial parent will pay 50% of the annual support total of $9515 because both parents make the same amount of money; this comes to $396.50 per month.

2. Child Support Is a Paycheck Deduction

divorceIn the state of Ohio, child support is deducted directly from the noncustodial parent's paycheck. It is usually deducted in increments with each paycheck to arrive at the total amount owed by month's end. This helps guarantee that parents are putting the financial needs of their children first and are properly contributing to the care of their kids.

3. Ohio Has Resources for Ensuring Payments Are Made

Unfortunately, not all parents are going to willfully comply with child support arrangements and will go out of their way to avoid payment. But Ohio's Office of Child Support has a number of resources available that work to hold noncustodial parents responsible for the financial support of their children. From enforcing court orders to tracking down absentee parents who are in arrears, the program is designed to help families have the support they need to nurture their youngest and most vulnerable members; learn more about Ohio's child support program online.

Contact The Philip Logan at the Law Offices of Katzman, Logan, Halper & Bennett, LPA, to schedule a consultation; they also offer representation in personal injury and estate planning matters. You can reach the firm by calling (513) 793-4400 or connecting on Facebook or Google+ to learn more about any of their services. Don't be overwhelmed by the intricacies of calculating child support; by understanding the basics, you can make the best decisions for your family and your future.

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