Skilled Family Law Attorneys Guiding You In Boynton And Delray Beach Child Support Matters
Children deserve to be loved and properly cared for during their lives. When any or both of those principles are ignored, children likely face challenges for years to come. Some of those challenges are financial ones that surface in any household, including those run by a single parent or divorced parent.
Child support payments go a long way toward helping single and divorced parents raise their families. Because the financial responsibility of raising a child falls on both parents, child support can be a crucial part of the equation in certain scenarios. Boynton Beach family lawyers Pyfrom & Reisler, P.A., are effective legal allies who understand family law intimately.
Leading The Way And Taking Action For You
Attentive and prepared, family lawyers Pyfrom & Reisler, P.A., of Boynton Beach, Florida, will discuss legal strategies with you in securing fair child support payments. Once child support is awarded, we will help you obtain it. One way is by garnishing the wages of the child’s other parent. If that other parent neglects his or her part of the agreement by failing to pay child support, we will pursue swift and legal enforcement actions in the Palm Beach County court system against him or her.
When things change financially, I will help you in modifying child support agreements. The modification route surfaces at times when:
- A parent receives a significant income boost, leading to the custodial parent receiving more money.
- A parent experiences a loss of income due to unemployment, leading to a temporary decrease in child support payments.
- A parent remarries, potentially leading to smaller child support payments.
- A child’s needs change in areas such as increased costs of education and health care.
- A significant change in custody or parenting time, known as timesharing.
Raising a child alone is not easy, but your love for your child will go a long way, and so will fair child support payments. Let us help you!
Frequently Asked Questions About Child Support In Florida
Navigating child support can be complex, so we’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help simplify the process for you. Here, you’ll find helpful information to guide you through understanding and managing child support obligations.
How is child support calculated in Florida?
In Florida, child support calculations are primarily influenced by the following factors:
- How much income each parent receives
- How many children are there
- How often each parent sees the children
You start by adding up both parents’ monthly incomes. Then, you refer to the Florida Child Support Guidelines, which provide a basic amount based on the combined income and number of children. Adjustments are made for health insurance, childcare costs and other necessary expenses. This method ensures that the support amount is fair and meets the children’s needs.
What documents are needed to apply for child support?
When applying for child support, you need to gather a few important documents. These include:
- Recent pay stubs
- Tax returns
- Other proofs of income
You also need the children’s birth certificates and any existing custody agreements. Having these documents ready speeds up the process and helps ensure the support calculation is accurate.
How does remarriage affect my child support obligations?
Remarriage can impact child support, but it varies by situation. If you remarry, your new spouse’s income is not directly considered when calculating child support. However, if your living expenses decrease because of your remarriage, the other parent might request a review. The court will look at all circumstances to decide if child support modification is necessary.
Remember, child support exists to serve children’s needs. Whether applying for child support or facing changes like remarriage, it’s essential to stay informed and prepared. Consider consulting with a legal professional to guide you through specific situations related to child support.
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You are legally entitled to child support payments to help raise your children. As skilled family lawyers, we can provide the insight and direction you need. Pyfrom & Reisler, P.A., family lawyers in Boynton Beach, Florida, care about their clients in Boynton, Delray Beach and throughout Palm Beach County, and will protect them and help them reach their goals. Contact us by filling out this online form or call 561-354-0403.