2026 04 06 Child Support hearing 08CV10087

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKRlMfVFM-Q

Summary

TL;DR — This hearing addresses a child support modification case involving Mr. Pells and Ms. Brady. Mr. Pells is seeking relief due to his inability to secure employment in his previous field, while Ms. Brady's counsel argues for imputing a higher income to Mr. Pells based on his past earnings and certifications, citing significant arrears and the minor child's reliance on state assistance.

Key points

• Mr. Pells represents himself and states he is currently working multiple gig jobs and part-time security/mascot roles, earning less than his previous employment.

• Ms. Brady's counsel presents exhibits showing Mr. Pells has over $9,500 in arrears and paid less than $1,000 in child support in 2025.

• Exhibits also show Mr. Pells previously earned significantly more, with tax returns showing over $48,000 in 2021 and 2022, and a past hourly wage of $45.

• Mr. Pells possesses advanced certifications (Six Sigma Black Belt, Microsoft certifications) that suggest a higher earning potential, with Six Sigma Black Belt graduates reportedly earning $95,000-$110,000 annually.

• Ms. Brady currently works part-time as a crossing guard earning $17.50/hour, working 10 hours a week, while also acting as a full-time caregiver for her mother.

• Mr. Pells' counsel argues that the job market is difficult, citing layoffs, and questions Ms. Brady's efforts to increase her income, while also pointing to her listed assets and potential undeclared investment income.

Takeaway — The court must weigh Mr. Pells' current employment struggles and self-representation against his past earning history, certifications, and the presented evidence of Ms. Brady's financial situation and potential hidden assets to determine an appropriate child support order.