When the parents of a child do not live together, the non-custodial parent usually will be required to pay a portion of their income to the custodial parent for support of that child.

Child Support is one area where many Courts pay special attention because they take their role of protecting the children's needs very seriously. Child support payment amounts are determined pursuant to the particular jurisdiction’s Child Support Guidelines.  Factors that are included in the calculation of child support may include the gross incomes of the parties, the applicable overnights that the parties have with the minor child or children, and the parties' appropriate expense credits.

At Isaacs & Associates, we represent clients navigate the often complex child support process. Regardless of whether our client receives or pays child support, we work to ensure that our client's pay or receive the appropriate support allowable under law.

Modifications
Where there has been a material change in circumstances, a Court may approve a modification of child support. Such circumstances may include job loss, a promotion resulting in an increase in income, or a serious illness requiring specialized, expensive health care.

Child support is payable by wage garnishment, meaning that the payor's employer is required to withhold the amount of child support from the payor's pay check and pay it to the receiving parent.

Contact us today to discuss whether an existing child support order may be eligible for a modification.