How common is divorce? The American Psychological Association (APA) states that experts estimate that at least 40% of people who are currently married in the United States will eventually file for a divorce. Ending a marriage can absolutely be the right decision for a couple. Dealing with a bad marriage on a day-to-day basis is […]
Category: Child Support
What Do I Do About My Child Support Order if I Lost My Job?
Did you recently lose your job? You are certainly not alone. According to data from the Center for Economic Policy and Research (CEPR), approximately six million people lose or leave their job every month in the United States. Many people are separated from their employment involuntarily and without immediate access to income. If you owe money […]
Untangling Divorce Finances
Family law cases, steeped in emotion and intimacy, often intersect with complex financial matters, adding layers of challenge. The interplay between money and familial disputes underscores the importance of expert legal guidance. It is critical to understand divorce finances as you go through the divorce process to avoid costly financial mistakes. Understanding the Landscape of Divorce […]
If Your Spouse Interferes with Visitation, Can You Withhold Support?
Divorce between parents can be a difficult and stressful process, especially when kids are involved. Maintaining fair and consistent visitation arrangements and support payments is one of the difficulties separated parents have. However, there are some circumstances where a non-custodial parent may discover that their ex-spouse is interfering with their visiting rights, which can cause a spouse […]
Facts About Alimony And Child Support Modification
With some exceptions, Alimony and Child Support are always modifiable. The operative question is whether modification is prudent, under the circumstances, for you. The threshold question facing the courts in a modification action is whether there has been a change in financial circumstances. But not just a simple change in circumstances is needed. The types […]
Do I Have To Pay Child Support In Florida If My Child Drops Out Of School?
Per Florida Statute § 743.07 the court may require support for a dependent person beyond the age of 18 years, “…when… the person is dependent in fact, is between the ages of 18 and 19, and is still in high school, performing in good faith with a reasonable expectation of graduation before the age of […]
Do I Have To Pay Child Support If My Child Drops Out Of School?
Per Florida Statute § 743.07 the court may require support for a dependent person beyond the age of 18 years, “…when… the person is dependent in fact, is between the ages of 18 and 19, and is still in high school, performing in good faith with a reasonable expectation of graduation before the age of […]
How Does Child Support Work With 50/50 Custody?
In Florida, child support is governed by Florida Statute § 61.30. Often a misconception that is heard from clients is, “we’re going to do 50/50 custody and she doesn’t want child support…” Child Support is not something either party can “waive,” as child support is a right of the child pursuant to the aforementioned statute. […]
Should I Pay Child Support Even If There Is No Court Order?
Often times in divorce, men walk through the door and immediately state that their Wife is asking for support; alimony for herself, as well as support for the children. If you’re involved in a new case, the law may allow the support to be calculated retroactively to the date you both separated. If you’re involved […]
Do Child Support Payments Increase Over Time?
Whether you are going through a proceeding such as Paternity, Divorce, or a Title IV-D action, child support in Florida is calculated using the Florida Statutory Guidelines as explained in Florida Statute 61.30. Once child support is calculated within your action and adopted by final judgment, the child support will remain that amount, unless modified, […]