Child Support Modification Rules

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A court-ordered parenting plan can be modified through a court process or mutual agreement. In Tennessee, a parent can request a review for changes in child support, and DHS can initiate this if its in the childs best interest. A significant change in circumstances might warrant a revision. Legal consultation is advised for specific guidance.

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My husband has children from a previous marriage and a court ordered parenting plan in place stating he is not to pay child support monthly but to share school related expenses. His ex has filed a child support case with the state, but their divorce papers/ parenting plan say that any alterations to the plan need to be done via mediation between her and him with both of their lawyers present. Can she still pursue child support even though there is already an order in place?
Hello Katie. In most circumstances, a court-ordered parenting plan can only be changed through a court process or mutual agreement. However, the laws may vary depending on your location. Can you please let me know where you are located?
So dhs wouldn’t be able to start a state child support case since the parenting plan already has an order regarding child support in place?
In Tennessee:
- Even with an existing order, a parent can request a review for changes in child support.
- DHS can initiate this if it's in the child's best interest.
- A significant change in circumstances might warrant a revision.
- Legal consultation is advised for specific guidance.
Okay thank you!
You're welcome, Katie! If you have any more questions in the future, don't hesitate to ask. Best of luck with everything.