Child Support Lawyers By State

Frequently Asked Questions

• How Long Must A Parent Provide Child Support?
  Under California law, a parent's obligation to pay child support continues until the child becomes 18 years old, or the child is 19, unmarried, and attending high school full time.  However, … more
• How is Child Support Calculated in California?
  Both parents are responsible for financially supporting their child(ren). The custodial parent directly supports his or her child(ren) by providing housing, buying groceries, paying for clothing, … more
• What Are The Child Support Guidelines in California?
  The child support guideline gives parents a better understanding of how child support is calculated. However, just as the circumstances of each case are different, so are the amounts of child … more

Legal Articles

• 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
• Calculating Child Support
  The factors used to calculate child support payments are set by law.  To calculate each parent’s child support obligation the law generally applies each parent’s income, including wages, assets such as stocks and bonds, welfare benefits, etc., and the standard of living of the child before the divorce.  In certain cases, however, extraordinary needs of the child may be … more

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