Missouri Child Support Lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions

• What Is Child Support?
  Child support is a payment by one parent (often the non­custodial parent) to the other parent for the support of their common child. (See Child Support and Visitation.) It is in the best … more
• What Is Child Support Used For?
  Child support covers everything a child needs, and even more, during the growth and formative years. Keep the following in mind: A parent`s first and principal obligation is to support his or her … more
• Who Can Be Offered To Pay Child Support?
  A court can order either parent of a child to pay support to other parent. The court order for support is usually payable on a monthly basis. Many states now require that child support be paid by … more

Legal Articles

• Intercepting Tax Refunds When a Parent Fails to Pay Child Support
  It seems only fair that if a parent is entitled to a tax refund, and he or she owes back child support, then back child support ought to be paid off first.  For that reason, federal law provides that if a parent owes back child support, then a state child support office can intercept that parent’s tax refund for you and apply it to the back child support.  Even if the child for … more
• Do I have to pay child support if I don’t get to see my children?
  It hardly seems fair to pay your child support on time, week after week, month after month, only to have your ex-husband or ex-wife prevent you from seeing your children. In fact, problems with visitation are one of the most common reasons given by parents for not paying their child support. However, child support and visitation are two totally separate issues, and you cannot stop … more

How-To's

• How To Modify a Child Support Order
  An initial child support order is usually made on the basis of the income of both parents, the needs of the child and other relevant matters.  If you feel that an existing order has now become burdensome or inadequate you should consult an attorney because you may be able to have the existing order modified. STEP 1 – Evaluate Whether Your Circumstances Support a Modification In … more

Legal Guides

• Survey of Child Support Guidelines: Do They Use Net Income or Gross Income?
  Department of Health and Human Services chart of state laws regarding how income is determined … more

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