Family Law — Child Support

Child Support Questions? Get Real Answers.

Whether you're seeking support or facing enforcement, understanding your state's guidelines puts you in control. Free attorney consultations available.

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$33B+
Child support collected in the US annually
13.4M
Custodial parents with child support agreements
43%
Of owed support goes uncollected each year

Know Your Rights

Understanding your legal situation is the first step to protecting your rights and getting fair compensation.

1

How Child Support Is Calculated

Most states use an income shares model — both parents' incomes are combined and split proportionally. Factors include number of children, custody arrangement, healthcare, and childcare costs.

2

Enforcing a Child Support Order

If support isn't being paid, the court can garnish wages, intercept tax refunds, suspend licenses, and even pursue contempt charges. An attorney can accelerate enforcement action.

3

When and How to Modify Child Support

Support can be modified when either parent's financial situation significantly changes — job loss, income increase, or changed custody. File a petition promptly; modifications are rarely retroactive.

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