# Modifying child support **URL:** \ **Category:** Divorce and Separation Answers\ **Created:** [August 2, 2007, 11:02pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/modifying-child-support/4814 "2007-08-02T23:02:06Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 4\ **Page:** 1
**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:** [August 2, 2007, 11:02pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/modifying-child-support/4814/1 "2007-08-02T23:02:06Z")
You can file a motion to modify child support on your own. You will need to come back for a hearing on the issue, but you can do it without an attorney if you cannot afford one. You will need to turn over all your income information in advance of the hearing. Helena M. Nevicosi Attorney with Rosen Law Firm 4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 500 Raleigh, North Carolina 27607 919.787.6668 main phone 919.787.6361 main fax Charlotte Office 301 McCullough Drive Suite 510 Charlotte, NC 28262 Main Phone: (704)307.4600 Main Fax: (704) 9343.0044 Durham & Chapel Hill Office 1829 East Franklin Street Building 600 Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (919) 321.0780 > **[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 only, a full discussion with an attorney should be undertaken before taking any action. The information posted on this forum is available for public viewing and is not intended to create an attorney client relationship with any individual. These answers are provided for informational purposes only, a person should consult with their own individual legal counsel before taking any action that could affect their legal rights or obligations. ---
**Author:** ![robj626](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/3da27b/32.png) [@robj626](https://forum.rosen.com/u/robj626)\ **Post date:** [August 3, 2007, 10:49am UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/modifying-child-support/4814/2 "2007-08-03T10:49:53Z")
thank you for the reply, but i have one more question.Can i download a form or do i need to come back to NC to take care of it.Thanks again. ---
**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:** [August 4, 2007, 9:09pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/modifying-child-support/4814/3 "2007-08-04T21:09:21Z")
There is a form available at: [www.nccourts.org](http://www.nccourts.org) Select the tab for forms and do a search for child support. Helena M. Nevicosi Attorney with Rosen Law Firm 4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 500 Raleigh, North Carolina 27607 919.787.6668 main phone 919.787.6361 main fax Charlotte Office 301 McCullough Drive Suite 510 Charlotte, NC 28262 Main Phone: (704)307.4600 Main Fax: (704) 9343.0044 Durham & Chapel Hill Office 1829 East Franklin Street Building 600 Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (919) 321.0780 > **[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 only, a full discussion with an attorney should be undertaken before taking any action. The information posted on this forum is available for public viewing and is not intended to create an attorney client relationship with any individual. These answers are provided for informational purposes only, a person should consult with their own individual legal counsel before taking any action that could affect their legal rights or obligations. ---
**Author:** ![robj626](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/3da27b/32.png) [@robj626](https://forum.rosen.com/u/robj626)\ **Post date:** [August 2, 2007, 10:56pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/modifying-child-support/4814/4 "2007-08-02T22:56:12Z")
I had a seperation agreement with my ex-wife for a couple of years before we got the actual divorce in Nov. of 2005.i have recently moved to Ohio.I am paying her $360 for my child plus paying for a health plan every month to put my daughter on health insurance.I have a finiance and a 20 month old boy.My monthly income is only 1200 a month right now and my ex is 2700 to 2800 a month(gross).I feel i am paying way too much and would like them lowered.How do i go about modifying the child support. I looked up Rosen law firl child suuprt calculator and with the health insurance and my income and her income i should only be paying 115.00 a month.PLEASE HELP.Can i download a form to get the modifations done or do i need to go to North Carolina to get it done, Or please tell me what i need to do.I dont have the money to pay for a lawyer.Thank you.