Riverside Child Support Lawyers
Experienced Child Support Attorneys Serving Riverside County & San Bernardino County
The Albright Family Law Group has years of combined experience handling complex divorce and family law cases, and we understand the various California laws governing child support. Working with our firm can greatly benefit the outcome of your divorce case. Our child support lawyers in Riverside have the resources available to help you.
Riverside and San Bernardino Counties each have unique family court systems and legal intricacies that can impact child support determinations. Our legal team is intimately familiar with these local differences, enabling us to offer tailored guidance and strategic representation specific to your jurisdiction. By entrusting your case to us, you benefit from both our extensive legal insight and our deep local knowledge, ensuring that every aspect of your case is handled with the utmost care and precision.
Speak with a Riverside child support attorney for a consultation. Call us today at (951) 400-5273 or contact us online to get started!
Understanding Child Support in California
Child support is a court-ordered payment from one parent to the other to cover the costs of raising a child. These payments are intended to ensure the child’s well-being and are calculated based on several factors, including the income of both parents and the amount of time each parent spends with the child.
California uses a statewide formula, known as the guideline calculation, to determine the appropriate amount of child support. A Riverside child support lawyer can help you understand how this formula applies to your situation and ensure that the calculation is accurate.
In Riverside County, specific factors such as local economic conditions and living costs can further influence child support arrangements. The local courts employ these guidelines to align child support amounts with the state's standard while taking regional variances into account. Our team at Albright Family Law Group is adept at navigating these intricacies, providing our clients with informed counsel that reflects both state and local legal landscapes.
Our Approach to Child Support Cases
At Albright Family Law Group, we take a client-centered approach to child support cases. Our process begins with a thorough consultation to understand the unique aspects of each client's situation. We believe in fostering transparent communication and collaboration to ensure that all client concerns are addressed promptly. Our legal team crafts individualized case strategies that aim for the most favorable resolutions both in and out of court.
Additionally, we provide ongoing support through every phase of the legal process, from filing necessary paperwork to representing our clients at hearings and negotiations. Our commitment is to protect the rights of parents and ensure that child support agreements are both fair and sustainable. By leveraging the local statutes and legal resources available in Riverside County, we help deliver outcomes that reflect the best interest of the child.
Factors That Influence Child Support Calculations in California
It is the court's desire and obligation to ensure that our state's children are well cared for. In making a determination of child support, the court will take into consideration variables that could alter the outcome of a child support case.
Some of the factors that they consider include:
- Each parent's earnings
- Each parent's ability to make an earning
- The amount of time that each child shares with the parent
- Children from other relationships who are not involved in the current case
- The cost of providing health insurance, childcare, and basic needs
The goal is to ensure that the children are equally provided for while in the care of each parent, regardless of the parent's individual earnings. Our lawyers advocate for transparency in presenting these factors to the court, ensuring that they are thoroughly considered to achieve a fair outcome.
Child Support & Local Court Systems
Negotiating child support through the Riverside County family court system involves a nuanced understanding of the processes and protocols specific to this region. Our team has garnered years of experience working within this system, equipping us with the knowledge needed to capably guide our clients through each legal step. We coordinate closely with clients to prepare necessary documentation and provide robust representation during court proceedings.
The Riverside Family Court implements California's established child support guidelines while also recognizing deviations for special circumstances. Our attorneys assess each client’s case for any factors that might prompt the court to adjust standard calculations. By remaining current with local judicial trends and administrative updates, we ensure that our clients are well-positioned to achieve fair support arrangements that reflect their unique situations.
Commonly Asked Questions
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My daughter graduates high school when she is 17. Can I terminate support when she finishes high school?
No. California law states that child support will be paid until the age of 18 or 19 if the child is still in high school. If a child happens to finish high school prior to reaching 18 years old, the parents are still obligated to provide for that child until he or she has reached the age of majority, unless that child marries or becomes emancipated.
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My son has been accepted to college. Can his father be ordered to continue paying child support because my son will still be in
Parents are usually not legally obligated to provide for their children once they reach the age of majority/adulthood. It is not likely that a judge would make such orders.
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My ex-wife and I have twins. One of them is disabled and will need assistance for the rest of his life. Am I able to terminate s
In this type of situation, and depending on the severity of the disability, it is possible that child support can continue into adulthood.
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Why Choose Albright Family Law Group?
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