Q: If I am getting a divorce in Mississippi and I will have primary physical custody of the children, how much is my spouse required to pay for child support?

A: If you are getting a divorce in Mississippi, your spouse is required by law to pay child support for each child.  Please note that the amount can vary so this is not an exact answer for everyone in Mississippi.  Instead, it is just a guideline.

Section 43-19-101 of the Mississippi Code provides the guidelines for child support.  If you have 1 child, it recommends that 14% of the adjusted gross income be awarded.  If 2 children, 20% and so forth. Child support can depend upon a number of different variables so we highly recommend you contact either us or another experienced divorce attorney to provide the facts for your case.