Child Support in a Divorce in Maryland

School and transportation expense may be divided between the parents in proportion to their adjuste actual income. Family law article section 12–204 includes any expense for attending a special or private elementary or secondary school to meet the particular educational needs of the child or any expense for transportation of the child between the homes of the parent. "Particular educational needs" was defined in Witt v Ristaino 701 A2d 1227. The court held that the trial judge should consider a nonexhaustive list of factors when determining whether a child has a particular educational need. This would include the number of years the child has been in attendanc at the particular school. The child' performance while in the school, family history, parents choice, any particular factor that may impact upon the child's best interest and the parties ability to afford the private school education. If you have questions regarding divorce in Maryland please feel free to give me a cal I will answer your questions over the phone at no cost to you 1-888-760-7339.