Modification of Child Support
Consult with a Divorce Lawyer
In
divorce cases involving minor children,
child support is often awarded to the parent with primary custodial responsibilities.
Decisions regarding the amount of support are often made by the court
based on various statutes and guidelines. Once an agreement has been worked
out, it can be difficult to change. Any modifications must be reviewed
by the court, and are usually only approved when there has been a change
in circumstances, such as:
- A change of job
- An increase or decrease in an ex-spouse's income
- Cost of living increase
- The changing needs of the child
- A parent becomes ill or disabled
- A child has a medical emergency or health crisis
- A parent takes on more child-rearing responsibilities
If you are seeking a child support modification, or your ex-spouse has
requested a change in your support agreement, consult a Glendale divorce
lawyer from The Graves Law Firm. The firm can explain the modification
process in detail, and provide legal advice regarding the changes. They
have helped many individuals with divorce-related matters such as child
support, and can give you caring advice and guidance regarding modifications.
Call Our Pasadena & Beverly Hills Child Support Attorney
When parents of minor children divorce, a support agreement is often needed
to ensure their welfare. Changing an existing agreement requires submitting
a petition to the court requesting a modification. The firm can help prepare
your petition and provide skilled representation at your hearing. They
have many years of experience working with divorced couples to resolve
parenting issues. The Graves Law Firm provide attentive and compassionate
legal support to their clients, and will make sure your rights and interests
are safeguarded.
Contact a family law lawyer for dedicated legal counsel and representation if you are seeking a child
support modification.