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The Hymowitz Law Firm recognizes the importance of determining the correct amount of child support a parent should pay or receive. It is equally important to have the amount calculated correctly the first time.
In Florida, child support is calculated by considering each parent’s ability to contribute to the financial support of their children and the children’s need for support. Usually a statutory formula computes the appropriate child support. While the net income of the parents is most often the focal point, the court can also consider other factors including:
Understanding Your Rights
To understand your rights and responsibilities regarding child support issues, contact the Hymowitz Law Firm at (954) 228-3002 or use our contact form to speak to a family law expert about your case.
Child support can be modified if there has been a substantial change in circumstances and a modification is in the best interest of the child. If you have experienced a reduction in your income, or the other parent’s income has increased, or if there has been a change in the time sharing being exercised, you should not delay in seeking a modification. In most cases, the court will only modify child support as of the date a petition for modification is filed.
To understand your rights and responsibilities regarding child support issues, contact the Hymowitz Law Firm at (954) 228-3002 or use our contact form to speak to a family law expert about your case.
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