# Child Support / Alimony **URL:** \ **Category:** Divorce and Separation Answers\ **Created:** [April 23, 2007, 10:26am UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/child-support-alimony/4421 "2007-04-23T10:26:13Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 3\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![needinganswers](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/35a633/32.png) [@needinganswers](https://forum.rosen.com/u/needinganswers)\ **Post date:** [April 23, 2007, 10:26am UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/child-support-alimony/4421/1 "2007-04-23T10:26:13Z")
The only solution is to take it to the courts if you have sufficient cause for reduction. I would consult a lawyer. If she doesn’t agree to what you’ve asked, then you have no choice. You’re bound by your agreement until you have it modified-period. If you default, then you can get into trouble. If you haven’t gotten divorced yet, then address the issues at the same time. ---
**Author:** ![Helena\_Nevicosi](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/db5fbb/32.png) [@Helena\_Nevicosi](https://forum.rosen.com/u/Helena_Nevicosi)\ **Post date:** [May 29, 2007, 10:44am UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/child-support-alimony/4421/2 "2007-05-29T10:44:23Z")
If you have a Separation Agreement, you probably cannot modify alimony, unless the Agreement permits you to do so. If your income has changed 15% or more, you can file a lawsuit for child support and the court may reduce your obligation. Helena M. Nevicosi Attorney with Rosen Law Firm 4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 500 Raleigh, North Carolina 27607 919.787.6668 main phone 919.256.1665 direct fax 10925 David Taylor Drive, Suite 100 Charlotte, North Carolina 28262 704.644.2831 main voice 704.307.4595 main fax 1829 East Franklin Street, Bldg 600 Chapel Hill, NC 27514 919.321.0780 main phone 919.787.6668 main fax > **[North Carolina Divorce Law - Legal Answers and Info](https://www.rosen.com/)** > > The best resource for divorce in NC. Find accurate, legal, family law advice from attorneys practicing in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill. The response posted above is based upon the limited factual information made available and is not intended as a full and complete response to the question. The only reliable manner to obtain complete and adequate legal advice is to consult with an attorney, fully explain your situation, and allow the attorney sufficient opportunity to research the applicable law and facts required to render an accurate opinion. The basic information provided above is intended as a public service but a full discussion with an attorney should be undertaken before taking any action. ---
**Author:** ![asmostrousjr](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/779978/32.png) [@asmostrousjr](https://forum.rosen.com/u/asmostrousjr)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2007, 2:09pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/child-support-alimony/4421/3 "2007-04-20T14:09:37Z")
In our separation papers, the combination of child support & alimony amounted to 35% of my salary. After a job change, this amount would now be for 59% of my salary. I have asked my ex-spouse for a reduction in child support & alimony for a total amounting to 42% of my current salary. She is not accepting this offer. Do you have a a suggestion? Thanks…