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The law recognizes children deserve financial assistance from both parents, even if those parents are not together.Generally speaking, this child support is meant to help the custodial parent pay for their child\u2019s:Necessities, such as food, shelter, and clothingHealthcare, including insurance premiums, co-pays, prescriptions, medical, and dental expensesEducation and related costs, including tuition, school fees, books, and suppliesChildcare, so the custodial parent can meet work or other obligationsTransportation, including going to school, doctor appointments, or visitation with the noncustodial parentExtracurricular activities such as sports, music lessons, and other enrichment depending on the family\u2019s financial situationMichigan Child Support Formula: What Is It and How Is It Calculated?Michigan uses a system called the\u00a0Income Shares Model\u00a0to make child support determinations. This method considers both parents\u2019 combined incomes and the number of children involved. It also considers each parent\u2019s income percentage (their share of the combined income) and their care percentage (their share of parenting time). If a parent\u2019s income percentage is higher than their care percentage, they usually make child support payments.\u00a0Michigan Child Support CalculatorHow is child support calculated in Michigan? Through a software program called the\u00a0Michigan State Disbursement Unit\u2019s Children\u2019s Economic Tool\u00a0(CET).\u00a0Before you can calculate child support in Michigan, you will need to know:Gross income for each parentNumber of overnights with each child per parentHealthcare costs for each childChildcare expenses for each childHealthcare and childcare costs for both parents or a custodianHowever, there are times when the courts can deviate from this calculation, such as when:The child has special needsOne of the parents is a minorThe court awards one parent property in place of child supportDoing so is in the best interests of the childThe child support formula is reviewed, updated, and changed periodically.\u00a0How an Experienced Child Support Lawyer at Alward Fisher Can HelpA child support lawyer can provide valuable legal assistance and representation if you are dealing with issues related to child support, including by:Calculating child support payments based on your financial situation, income, and expenses to determine the appropriate amount of child support that should be paid or receivedEnforcing child support orders by filing contempt motions or pursuing wage garnishment to ensure the payment of child support\u00a0Modifying child support orders due to a change in income or a significant life eventResolving disputes through negotiations or mediation sessions with the other parent or their lawyerProviding representation in court, if necessaryIf you have problems regarding your child support arrangement, get in touch with an experienced family law attorney immediately. The sooner you do, the more they can do on your behalf.Contact Alward Fisher TodayMichigan child support laws are complex. A child support lawyer with Alward Fisher can explain your rights and work hard to protect them. Contact our family law firm for a confidential consultation.\u00a0About the AuthorLatest PostsAlward FisherAt Alward Fisher, we provide more than savvy legal representation. We provide peace of mind. Peace of mind for your business. Peace of mind for your family. And the peace of mind for your future. 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