An uncontested family law trial proceeded after the respondent was noted in default for failing to file an answer or attend the settlement conference.
The applicant sought custody of the parties’ infant child and child support.
The court found the applicant had been the child’s primary caregiver since birth and granted her custody, while establishing a structured access schedule for the respondent including alternating weekends and additional limited visits.
The court imputed the respondent’s income at $60,000 pursuant to s. 19(f) of the Child Support Guidelines due to his failure to file financial disclosure.
Guideline child support of $546 per month was ordered retroactive to the date of service of the application.
