Changing Child Support (How Do I Do That Again?)
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What if you lose your job (or get a big raise) after your divorce or custody order is finalized? Does child support automatically change? In this episode, Jason Kohlmeyer, a 25-year Minnesota divorce and custody lawyer, breaks down exactly how income changes affect child support in Minnesota.
Whether you’re the parent paying or the one receiving support, this episode explains:
- When and how to request a child support modification
- What counts as a “significant change” in income under Minnesota law
- Why quitting your job won’t get you out of paying support
- How bonuses, second jobs, and side hustles factor into support amounts
- What judges actually look at when ruling on income change cases
We’ll also cover real-world scenarios from Jason’s decades in family court and give a few tips on what to do, not to do, and what to ask your lawyer about changing child support!
If you’re wondering how a new job, a lost job, or a career pivot impacts your child support, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.
DISCLAIMER: This is not legal advice! Just comments and thoughts from a divorce lawyer veteran. Please consult with a licensed (and good) Minnesota Family Law Attorney for legal advice.
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