This is a key issue in many divorce cases.  Children often become the ultimate victim of a divorce. Most of them are too young to comprehend the turmoil between their parents.  Our firm will fight for your rights while trying to make sure that your child can still live in a "normal" environment during this emotional time.

Child and Spousal Support

In California, the court uses a predefined formula to determine Child and Spousal Support.  The amount of support will vary depending on both of your incomes, how many children you have, the percentage of time each party has with the child, and over 20 other variables. 

Child Support normally last until the child turns 18.  In short term marriage, (less than 10 years), Spousal Support normally last for half the length of marriage. In long term marriage, (10 years or more), the court retains jurisdiction over support and can order support for any length of time  Our firm can assist you with determining the “guideline” supports and ensuring that you pay or obtain the proper amount of support.

Failure to Pay Support

If the other party refuses to pay court ordered support, our office can help you obtain all the back support and future support by asking the court to garnish the other party’s wages.

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