Child support attorney in Macomb County
Whether you are seeking the financial support your child deserves or ensuring that your payment obligations are fair and accurate, you need a legal advocate who understands the nuances of Michigan’s support guidelines.
Understanding the Michigan child support formula
In Michigan, child support is not a guessing game. It is determined by a specific, mandatory formula—the Michigan Child Support Formula (MCSF). This formula was significantly updated on January 1, 2025, to reflect modern economic data and changing family needs.
At the Law Offices of Julie A. Hlywa, we help parents navigate these complex calculations. We ensure that every factor—from healthcare premiums to overnight counts—is accurately represented so that the final order is equitable for both you and your children.
How child support is calculated
The 2025 formula looks at several key pieces of information to determine a monthly support amount:
- Parental income: This includes wages, bonuses, and—under the new 2025 rules—refined definitions for business profits and deferred compensation.
- The “overnight” count: The number of nights the child spends with each parent (parenting time offset).
- Other children: Support obligations for children from other relationships.
- Health care & child care: The cost of insurance premiums and daycare expenses.
Major 2025 updates: what you need to know
The recent changes to the Michigan Child Support Formula may impact your existing or future orders. Key updates include:
- Ordinary medical expenses: The annual amount the recipient parent pays out-of-pocket before sharing costs has been reduced from $454 to $200 per child.
- Child care age limit: Child care expenses are now presumed to continue until the end of the month the child turns 13 (previously 12), aligning with federal tax standards.
- Income apportionment: Courts now use the actual percentage of income share to divide expenses, removing the old 10% minimum/90% maximum limits.
- Business & self-employment: Clearer rules on how “retained earnings” and depreciation are treated as income.
Meet Your Attorney Julie A. Hlywa
Julie Hlywa is an experienced attorney dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate some of life’s most difficult legal challenges. With over two decades of legal experience, she is known for her thoughtful approach, clear communication, and steady advocacy.
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