Extract to table

The party seeking the deviation bears the burden of producing sufficient evidence to rebut the presumption and must demonstrate that the proposed deviation is consistent with the best interests of the children

Under § 4065(b), if the stipulated amount is below the guideline, the court must additionally state its reasons for approving the deviation, either on the record in open court or in a written statement of decision

Accordingly, careful attention must be paid to ensuring that the stipulation includes the necessary recitals and that the required findings are made at the time the court approves the stipulation

4th 175, the court confirmed that the trial court's assessment of child support is not limited to the mechanical application of the guideline formula but must take into account the totality of the parties' financial arrangements, including direct cost-sharing agreements and other supplemental financial commitments