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Schedule a consultation regarding child support in Clearwater, FL
In the aftermath of a divorce, both parents remain responsible for ensuring that their children are properly cared for. Often, one parent will be charged with the task of taking care of the kids on a daily basis and covering any associated expenses, while the other will be required to send monthly child support payments to help defray a variety of costs associated with childcare. Determining the appropriate level of child support can be a difficult process, which is why it is advisable to seek the assistance of a trusted family law attorney.
Kinnear K. Smith PA is well-versed in Florida child support requirements, and, as such, is capable of providing the legal advice and representation you need during the divorce process. Get started on your case and get the support you deserve when you contact our law office in Clearwater, FL today.
Learn more about how child support payments are determined in Florida
A variety of considerations are made when determining which spouse is required to provide child support payments and how extensive these payments should be. The type of custody – primary or shared – is taken into consideration, as is the number of children and the presence of children from other marriages or relationships. Child support is also determined based on the paying spouse’s current financial status and net income. In some cases, deductions for health insurance and other significant expenses can be made.
Our family attorney can help you with child support modifications
Despite the best of intentions, a parent may find that, after a lengthy period of providing regular child support payments, he or she is no longer in a position to afford such a significant monthly expenditure. This is especially true in the aftermath of a job loss or if significant medical expenses are required due to a major illness or injury. In such cases, a parent may be eligible for child support modification.
In order to achieve modification, you’ll need to prove that your circumstances have changed enough so as to make it impossible to continue providing the previously agreed-upon monthly payment. The talented lawyer at Kinnear K. Smith PA can prove incredibly useful in this regard, using a proactive approach to ensure that you are treated fairly in court.
From helping you determine how much child support you’re owed to modification due to financial needs, attorney Kinnear Smith has the thorough understanding of Florida family law necessary to help you with your case. Count on her to seek what’s best for you and your children and to work hard to provide high-quality representation both in and out of the courtroom.
Call 727-724-4116 to schedule a consultation for child support today.
