Revisiting Child Support After the Initial Order
Circumstances change over time, and sometimes it is appropriate to modify the amount of child support one parent has to pay. This should always be done with the approval of the family courts to avoid future disputes and enforcement actions.
At the Diamond Law Firm in Los Angeles, we have extensive experience assisting clients with child support modification and enforcement issues. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced family law attorneys.
Modifying Child Support to Reflect Current Circumstances
Because child support orders are based on a formula, these orders are open to modification when the circumstances that are relevant to the formula have changed. However, to avoid endless child support modification requests, the changes must be substantial and continuing.
There are a number of strong justifications for child support modification in California. Some common situations include:
- One parent has lost a job and will probably have to accept a lower-paying job.
- One parent has started earning a substantially higher income.
- One parent is not taking the child for his or her full child custody or visitation periods.
- The child has gotten older and has different financial needs.
We can help you determine whether you have a case for child support modification or what you can do in response to the other parent's modification request.
Pursuing and Responding to Child Support Enforcement
We have a strong background assisting clients with child support orders. We have been successful at collecting on child support orders as much as 20 years after the fact, working with private detectives to identify and secure sources of funds for collection.
With our strong financial orientation backed by attorney Joseph Diamond's accounting experience, we are also able to effectively defend against collection efforts.
To discuss your child support modification or enforcement needs with a knowledgeable and aggressive child support lawyer, contact us today.
