Supporting California Parents With Child Support Issues
While you and your spouse may no longer be together, you still share responsibility for the children you brought into the world. However, determining how much both parents financially contribute to raising their children can pose additional and unique challenges.
Our experienced family law attorneys at Lord & Brooker, APC, can help families in Redlands, Riverside and Southern California with child support matters. Want to learn more about how we can assist you with yours? Call us at (951) 261-5698 to schedule an initial consultation today.
How Does California Calculate Child Support?
California calculates child support through its statewide guideline formula. That formula accounts for several factors in how much each parent contributes, which can include:
- Each parent’s income
- How much time each parent spends with the children
- Any tax deductions available to either parent
The formula ensures that the child receives adequate financial support from both parents, reflecting the children’s needs and each parent’s ability to contribute financially. Additionally, these formulas still apply regardless of whether you and your spouse were married when you had children. Our lawyers are well-versed in how these calculations work and can help you understand how they apply to your circumstances.
Can You Request Changes To A Child Support Agreement?
Yes, either parent can request changes to their child support agreement. It doesn’t matter whether the one paying or the one receiving requests the change. However, a family court typically must approve the change before they can initiate it. Some of the most common reasons for requesting a change include:
- Changes in employment status: One parent gets a raise or promotion at work, or the other parent loses their job or receives a pay cut.
- Remarriage/Cohabitation: One parent gets married to or moves in with another partner.
- Changes in custody arrangements: One parent spends more time with the children than the other.
We understand that life is unpredictable and that things can change fast. Our lawyers can help you pursue child support modifications if you need them.
Learn More About How We Can Help – Call Today
Determining child support can be one of a divorce’s most challenging and confusing aspects. However, you don’t have to handle it alone; we are here to help you understand how your situation applies to the law and advocate for your interests.
Schedule an initial consultation with us today by calling (951) 261-5698 or completing our website contact form.