You do not need anyone to tell you how critical it is to ensure that your child support order is solid and that all parties fulfill their obligations under the agreement. The Orange City child support attorneys at Bogin, Munns & Munns know that your family’s future is at stake. We can fight hard for the outcome you need.
Founded in 1979, our family law lawyers in Orange City are committed to making life easier for clients like you. We can do this by advising you about your options and guiding you throughout the entire legal process. Call now to get started.
What Does a Child Support Attorney Do in Orange City?
Our legal team can manage your entire case for you. This may include, but is not limited to, performing the following tasks:
- Identifying which documents you will need to present to the court to prove how much money you make
- Explaining Florida’s child support laws so you understand your rights and obligations
- Speaking on your behalf in the courtroom, which includes presenting arguments in your favor and, if necessary, disputing unfair allegations from the other side
- Reviewing the child support order with you so you understand what every provision means
In addition, if you want assistance with any other aspect of your case, such as submitting a parenting plan to the court, our Orange City child custody lawyers would be honored to step in. We offer many different legal services under one roof for your convenience.
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Is it Difficult to Win a Child Support Case?
Every case is different. In situations where both parents are mostly in agreement and have only minor disputes to iron out, your case may be short and amicable. Unfortunately, in all too many cases, the former partners may disagree on which parent should pay, how much they should pay, and what the payments should cover.
Whether or not there are substantial disagreements between you and your former partner, it is a good idea to be proactive and get legal advice. Our Orange City child support lawyers can fight hard to win your case by:
Collecting Evidence to Support the Arrangement You Want
Evidence may include tax filings (to prove your financial status), bills or receipts (to prove how much you spend on things your children need), and your parenting plan (to prove how much time each parent will be spending with the children, which can affect how much you pay/receive in support).
Facilitating Mediation Between Both Sides
Even when there is significant disagreement between the two parents, a professional mediator may still be able to help them reach a compromise and avoid the courtroom. Our legal team can pursue the best possible deal during mediation.
Arguing Your Child Support Case in Court
A judge with the Volusia County Family Court or another venue may have to make a final decision if you and your former partner cannot reach an agreement on your own or through mediation. If this happens, Bogin, Munns & Munns can speak for you in the courtroom and work hard to persuade the judge that your preferred arrangement is best for your children.
How Much is Child Support in Florida?
Under Florida law, the amount you have to pay in child support depends on a variety of factors. Three of the most important factors are:
- How much money you make in a month
- How many children you are supporting
- How much time you spend with the children
Once you settle on an amount, you (or your former partner) will generally be expected to continue paying that amount until your children reach the age of 18. If your monthly income increases or decreases, or if you start spending more or less time with your children, you can ask the court to adjust the monthly payments accordingly.
It is essential for your children’s well-being to get the child support arrangements right and to ensure they are enforced in the years ahead. Call Bogin, Munns & Munns at any time if you want legal guidance.
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What Happens if You Stop Making Child Support Payments?
Failure to make timely payments could prompt the Child Support Program to put liens on your property, issue income withholding notices, suspend licenses, and even pursue legal penalties.
Most important of all, lack of child support can affect your children’s quality of life. The money a parent pays in child support helps to cover the things their children need, including food, medical care, and childcare. Without that money, instability and insecurity will likely follow.
What to Do if You Cannot Pay Child Support
If at any time you find that you can no longer make your child support payments, you must report this fact immediately. Some parents are reluctant to admit they are having financial problems, but concealing those problems only makes things worse for yourself and your children.
Having financial trouble does not make you a bad parent, and help is available. Our family law attorneys can:
- Assess your situation to see if you qualify to request a child support modification
- Collect evidence to prove that you are qualified
- Contact the other parent and the court about the request
At the end of the day, Bogin, Munns & Munns wants the same thing our clients want: a brighter future for your family and your children. Whether that means helping you arrive at an equitable support order, modifying the order, or enforcing the order when the other parent refuses to comply, we are prepared to take swift and appropriate action on your behalf.
Consult With an Orange City Child Support Attorney
Bogin, Munns & Munns has an office conveniently located here in Orange City. Not only does this mean we are close by when you want us, but it also means we are very familiar with how the local legal system works. Call our Orange City child support attorneys today so we can start helping you and your family.
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