A complicated issue
Child support can be complicated, confusing and a sensitive issue.
It is very important, however, that the calculation is correct and the
amount not too high or too little.
Attorney Kimberly Schultz has over 10 years of experience in this and
will help you through thoughtful advocacy to get the financial support
that your child is entitled to.
What amount of child support can I get?
Under Florida law, both parents should provide for their children and
it is the child’s right that his/her basic needs be met. The amount
of child support that a parent can receive is based on guidelines
provided within Florida Statutes. These guidelines judge a lot of
factors in calculating child support.
The number of children and the combined income of the parents is
considered. The cost of daycare and health insurance are incorporated,
as well as the number of nights each parent spends with the child. All
of this can influence the outcome of the child support calculation.
Modification of child support
Circumstances change. We all know that. A parent can seek
modification of a prior child support award if he/she can show that a
substantial change in circumstances has occurred. It can be the loss of
a job, a permanent decrease in income, or a disability.
A request for modification has to be filed as soon as possible, as it
is only effective from the date of filing onward. Child support owed
prior to the filing will not be affected.
You should contact an experienced Florida family law attorney
immediately if your circumstances change and you need modification of
child support.
You need not face this alone
You may have difficulty making child support payments or getting it
timeously from your spouse. We understand. Child support issues are
complex. We will work to assist you through this process.
Kimberly Schultz’s experience and body
of knowledge in the areas of divorce and child support have allowed her
to help numerous families through this emotionally charged process of
calculating child support and enforcing it. Concerned about child
support obligations? Let us help you.
Attorney Schultz
is FDLE Certified. She is a member in good standing of the Florida State Bar
Association, and a member of the Florida Bar Family Law Division.
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