Child Support and Alimony Determinations in Central Florida
Both parents are equally responsible for the upbringing and financial support of their children. That responsibility does not cease to exist when parents decide to end the marriage or if the child was born to unmarried parents. There are specific guidelines that determine how much each parent will be required to financially contribute to their children's support. It is important to have an experienced family law attorney in your corner to help ensure that an accurate calculation is made.
At the Longwood, Florida-based law firm of Michelle A. Barry, P.A., we have helped many clients throughout the area resolve complicated child support issues. We have a thorough understanding of the law and we work tirelessly to reach an agreement that meets all the needs of your children.
Seeking a Fair Settlement for You and Your Children
The final child support amount is influenced by a number of factors, including:
- Income levels of both parents.
- Health insurance and day care costs paid by each parent.
- The number of overnights the child spends with each parent.
- Alimony payments.
- The final property division agreement.
Attorney Michelle A. Barry helps clients reach a favorable child support settlement. She knows the guidelines and she knows the rules that govern how the guidelines are applied. We will help you understand the child support laws and work to ensure that all financial information is fully disclosed for calculation purposes.
Alimony (Spousal Maintenance)
Divorce can be financially devastating for one spouse who was financially dependent on the other during marriage. Alimony, also called spousal maintenance, is a sum of money paid from one spouse to another after divorce. The goal of alimony is to allow the receiving spouse to maintain a lifestyle similar to that established during marriage. Factors considered in determining alimony include:
- Length of the marriage
- Ability to pay alimony
- Earning capacity and financial need of receiving spouse
- Standard of living during marriage
If you are seeking alimony, or are preparing to make alimony payments, talk to a family law attorney.
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