Child support negotiations and enforcement can easily get contentious, especially in bitter divorces. Although each parent has the desire to care for their child and ensure that they have everything they need, their perception of the child’s other parent may color their viewpoint and affect their ability to come to a solid agreement to care for the child’s needs. Whether you were married to your child’s other parent or not, a Utah family law judge will make a custody decision in the child’s best interests.
At Felt Family Law & Mediation, we often see cases in which one parent looks at paying child support or disagrees with how the receiving parent uses the child support money. If you’re having trouble with child custody, we can help you. Contact us today for a consultation with an experienced Layton, UT, child support lawyer.
Why Do I Need A Layton Child Support Lawyer?
You aren’t required to have legal representation to petition for child support or to make an agreement with your child’s other parent. However, only a legal decree of child support can be enforceable if the paying parent fails to uphold their responsibilities. A good child support attorney can help you get a fair allotment to help take care of your child’s material needs and represent you in enforcement hearings if the other parent fails to pay, pays late, or short-pays you.
We also represent parents who are paying child support. We understand that you may have concerns about how the support is being used, and so we provide personalized advice for your unique situation. Or, perhaps your financial situation has significantly changed since the initial child support agreement was created. If you need assistance petitioning the court to modify a child support arrangement, we can develop a strong case for your position.
Child Custody And Support – How Much Do You Get?
Child custody amounts are determined in the best interests of the child and are on a sliding scale. If you and the child’s other parent share more children, then the paying parent will be paying a larger percentage of their income as child support. The goal of child support is to ensure that the parent with primary custody has the means to sufficiently provide the child with food, shelter, and other material needs.
Child support agreements can be negotiated between the two parents, and we can help you in that regard, as well. If you go to mediation, we can represent you in the negotiations. If you have to go to court, we advocate for you before a Utah family law judge. The advice of an experienced Layton child support lawyer can make this process much less stressful. We provide the right advice and advocacy at each stage of the process. If you are having trouble getting child support from the other parent, please contact Felt Family Law & Mediation. Call us today to speak with an attorney about your situation.
