How to Pay or Receive Child Support in Nebraska

Once the judge signs an order or decree that sets forth a child support obligation, the order/decree is then processed by the Clerk of the District Court.  The Clerk’s office will then notify the Nebraska Child Support Payment Center (NCSPC) that a child support order has been entered.  This process can sometimes takes up to […]

What is Considered “Income” for Purposes of Calculating Child Support in Nebraska?

In Nebraska, child support is determined by the Nebraska Child Support Guidelines.  The Guidelines are rules that the Nebraska courts use to determine which parent will pay child support and how much child support will be paid each month. The amount of child support ordered depends heavily on each parent’s gross income.  While determining a […]

Child Support Modifications

After a child support order is entered, the financial obligation may be modified in the future by either parent. To qualify for a child support modification, the Nebraska Child Support Guidelines requires that the total amount of support due would either increase or decrease by more than 10%.  However, the overall amount must increase or […]

Child Support

Child Support What are the Nebraska Child Support Guidelines? The Nebraska Child Support Guidelines are created by the Nebraska Supreme Court to set forth the standards by which child support is calculated. The main principle is to recognize the duty of both parents to contribute to the support of their children in proportion to their […]

Minor Child Name Change in Nebraska

In Nebraska, a parent wishing to change a child’s name may petition the court for a name change. However, changing a minor child’s name can be a complex legal process. For example, you must file your Petition and give formal notice to the other legal parent that you intend to change your minor child’s name. […]