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Child support is calculated based on a number of factors in North Carolina. These include:.

• You and the other parent’s income
• Your custody arrangement
• Your child’s needs for health care, schooling and other activities

While the actual amount is based on a formula, it can be important to speak to an attorney to get a full picture of how your family’s situation factors into this calculation.

It is also possible to achieve a child support arrangement through mediation. If you and your child’s other parent are able to reach an agreement, this can help preserve your ability to share parenting duties and protect your relationship with your child.

In situations where custody is shared, you might still consider child support to ensure that all of your child’s needs are met. The amount of child support can vary depending on how the custody is shared, which of your child’s expenses are paid by each parent and other specific details about your family and your situation.

Especially if your life situation has changed – whether through relocation, a change in income or a change in your child’s specific needs – modification is an option that allows you to create a child custody and support arrangement that reflects your family. If you want to modify your agreement, it is important to have the paperwork from your previous court case ready so that your attorney can fully understand your current situation. You may also need other financial documents for added context.