San Diego, California, Child Support Lawyer
Are you preparing for divorce and need assistance with child support matters? Come to the law firm of Anthony C. Starks, Attorney at Law in San Diego, California. My firm provides attentive and knowledgeable help to parents during the process of determining child support payments in the divorce process. Additionally, I offer help to non-married parents who may have child support questions pertaining to paternity actions.
I am a certified specialist in family law, as designated by the California Board of Legal Specialization. Contact me today to discuss your child support questions.
Effectively Resolving Child Support Matters
The burden of financially supporting your children will be divided by the court. One parent will be responsible for paying the other for child support on a monthly basis, as determined by a guideline formula. The child support guidelines will factor in amounts such as each parent's gross income, child custody arrangements, health insurance costs and any special needs of the children. These payments are generally made until the child is 18 or 19 but may be extended by agreement or court order in unusual situations. As your attorney, I can protect your rights as support is determined.
A court may also order child support payments in paternity cases where parentage is established. When paternity is established, the father may be granted visitation and may become responsible for paying child support.
Child Support Modification
Like custody orders, a court can change support orders after the entry of a final judgment. If you require legal help with child support modification, talk to me.
Child Support Enforcement
Child support is designed to provide for the children's needs. If you are not receiving court ordered child support on behalf of your children, you can take legal action to enforce the court order. Wage garnishment is one option for recovering backed support.
If your divorce will involve determining child support, or if you have child support questions not related to divorce, I can help. To arrange a consultation, call my firm at 619.573.6162 or contact me online.