Child Support

Duval County Family Law Attorney Pursuing Claims of Child Support

Florida's laws are very clear: regardless of whether or not the mother and father of a child have ever been married, both parents are responsible for the financial welfare of any minor children that they have in common. In cases where the child or children live with one parent for a significantly greater portion of time than the other, or where a parent pays the majority of the expenses for that child, chances are that the other parent is legally required to provide support. In many instances, the two parents can reach an agreement between themselves that fairly distributes the financial burden of raising a child. However, there are often times when the child support that's being offered is inadequate, or fortunes change that require a modification to the existing agreement. In cases like these, it's helpful to retain the services of a Florida family law attorney who is familiar with the components that go into child support calculations.

Ten Years Experience as a Northeast Florida Child Support Attorney

Joy N. Owenby brings extensive knowledge of child custody and child support law to the table. In Florida, child support calculations are determined by the following factors:

• The difference in the amount time that the child spends with either parent. For instance, if the child is with one parent for only two days a month, the lion's share of expenses lie with the other parent.
• The monthly incomes of both parents. If the supportive parent makes more money, they will likely have to pay more.
• The monthly expenses of both parents.
• The standard needs of the child: meals, clothing, residential expenses, et cetera.
• Daycare, extended day or childcare costs.
• Health care costs.
• Any delinquent support that's owed.

Calculations of child support can be complicated. However, an experienced, knowledgeable lawyer can determine what the law requires as long as they are provided with the financial records of both parties. If the other parent is uncooperative, those records can be subpoenaed through the Florida courts.

Family Law Attorney Handling Child Support Modifications

Sometimes one or both parents' circumstances change and a modification is needed. The supportive parent may suffer a loss of income or a lapse in health. The parent who is receiving support may have improved his or her circumstances and requires less. The child may now need a special service like tutoring or orthodontics. Even changes in shared parenting agreements can necessitate a recalculation of support. Whether you are the supporting parent or the receiving one, attorney Joy Owenby can file your modification through the courts.

If you are a parent who is seeking child support through the courts or require representation in disputing a child support claim, contact Owenby Law, LLC. With nearly a decade of experience in family law, they can assist you with your child support claim. To schedule an appointment with an experienced and reputable family law attorney, call (904) 359-5115.

Joy N. Owenby, Esquire serves clients who require representation in all family legal matters in Jacksonville, Duval County, Clay County, Nassau County, Saint Johns County, Orange Park, St Augustine, Middleburg, and all areas of northeast Florida.