Child Support Review Process

Summary

Child support orders in Tennessee can be reviewed every three years or sooner if circumstances change significantly. Reviews consider various income types, such as wages, bonuses, and benefits, but generally exclude inheritance. There is no fee for requesting a review through the Tennessee Department of Human Services, though hiring a private attorney may incur costs. Divorced parents are not required to share tax returns annually unless involved in a review or modification process. If a review is requested, it generally cannot be avoided.

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Is whether one parent is going to pay child support determined every year?
Hi ****! Child support orders can be reviewed and potentially modified every three years or sooner if there is a significant change in circumstances. This doesn't happen automatically; a parent must request a review. Do you have any specific changes in your situation that you're concerned about?
Does it cost money to request a review?
In Kentucky, there's usually no fee for requesting a review of a child support order through the Child Support Enforcement program. However, if you hire a private attorney, there could be legal fees. Would you like more information on how to request a review?
Is there a fee in Tennessee?
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In Tennessee, there is generally no fee for requesting a review of a child support order through the Tennessee Department of Human Services. However, if you hire a private attorney, there may be legal fees involved.
Is there anything else specific you would like to know about the review process?
Are divorced parents required to show each other their tax returns each year?
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Divorced parents in Kentucky are not automatically required to show each other their tax returns each year. However, during a child support review or modification process, financial information, including tax returns, may be requested by the court.
Is there a specific reason you're concerned about sharing tax returns?
Can you avoid a review in Tennessee if one is requested?
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In Tennessee, if a child support review is requested by either parent, it generally cannot be avoided. The Tennessee Department of Human Services will proceed with the review to ensure the child support order is fair and reflects current financial circumstances.
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What is included in the child support review in tennessee?
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During a child support review in Tennessee, the following factors are typically considered:
- Current income of both parents
- Health insurance and medical expenses for the child
- Childcare costs
- Parenting time and custody arrangements
Would you like more detailed information on any of these points?
Is inheritance included in current income?
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Hi ****! In Tennessee, inheritance is generally not considered as part of "current income" for child support calculations. However, it may impact the overall financial situation and could be taken into account in some circumstances. Would you like more detailed information on how different types of income are considered in child support reviews?
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In Tennessee, different types of income are evaluated during child support reviews, but inheritance typically isn't considered "current income." However, its impact on your financial situation might be considered.
Would you like more information on how specific types of income are evaluated, or do you have other questions?
What different types of income are considered in tennessee for child support reviews?
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In Tennessee, the following types of income are generally considered for child support reviews:
- Wages and salaries
- Commissions and bonuses
- Self-employment income
- Rental income
- Interest and dividends
- Social Security benefits
- Unemployment benefits
- Workers' compensation
- Alimony from previous marriages
Is there a specific type of income you are concerned about?