How to File For Divorce in Nebraska

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How to File For Divorce in Nebraska

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Nebraska Child Custody

In Nebraska, the primary consideration in making custody arrangements is the best interests of the child. Nebraska child custody laws make certain that the parents provide for the child's needs and protect his or her welfare. Check to learn more.

Child Custody in Nebraska: The Best Interests of the Child

When divorcing parents come into a Nebraska court for a decision on parenting arrangements, judges base their decisions on the best interests of the child. Judges can consider any factor relevant to custody and are guided by some factors that are set out in the state’s laws—generally falling into the following basic categories: Check to learn more.

Child Support in Nebraska

Child support is a monthly payment that parents make to help cover the costs of raising a child. In Nebraska, parents have an equal duty to support their child financially and otherwise. To help you estimate your fair share of support, the Nebraska courts have developed a Basic Net Income and Support Calculation Worksheet. Check to learn more.

Child Support Guidelines

The main principle behind these guidelines is to recognize the equal duty of both parents to contribute to the support of their children in proportion to their respective net incomes. The guidelines are intended to be used for both temporary and permanent support determinations. Check to learn more.