Securing child support is essential for many single parents trying to provide financial stability for their children. But what happens when the child’s father cannot be located? Whether he’s avoiding responsibility or his whereabouts are simply unknown, the situation can feel frustrating and overwhelming. The good news is that Florida law provides...
The Impact of Relocation on Child Support Calculations in Florida
When a parent relocates after a divorce or child custody order, it can significantly impact child support calculations and other aspects of the parenting plan. Florida law outlines strict rules regarding relocation and its potential impact on financial obligations, such as child support. At Orlando Family Team, we understand how important...
The Other Parent Has Sole Custody. Do I Still Have to Pay Child Support?
Parents have a legal obligation to support their children financially, no matter the custody arrangement. Child support ensures a child’s needs are met, even when one parent has sole custody. If you're wondering if you still have to pay child support if the other parent has full custody, the answer is almost...
Unmarried Parents and Child Support: Establishing Paternity and Financial Responsibility
Navigating child support and paternity issues can be particularly challenging for unmarried parents. At Orlando Family Team, we have helped clients throughout Central Florida cope with the complexities of such situations. Following is an overview of the critical aspects of establishing paternity, determining child custody and support, and understanding the responsibilities of...
Facing a Job Loss? Your Child Support Obligations and Options
Losing a job is stressful at best, but it can be especially troubling when you have child support obligations to meet. At Orlando Family Team, we understand the complexities of this situation and are here to guide you through so that you will not fall behind in your payments. We have the...
Requesting Changes in Child Support Modifications
Child support orders are based on the income of both parents as well as the needs of the child. In the order, how much needs to be paid, when it needs to be paid, who will pay it, and who will receive it will all be specified.
Can You Get Past Due Child Support After the Child Becomes an Adult?
At Orlando Family Team, we frequently hear questions about the enforceability of child support obligations after a child turns 18. Child support in Florida is governed by clear statutory guidelines designed to ensure that children receive the financial support they need while growing up. In general, parents are legally required to...
Florida Penalties for Failure to Pay Child Support
Florida does not take failure to pay child support lightly. In fact, it has some of the harshest penalties for offenders. Child support is, after all, payments made from a noncustodial parent to the custodial parent to provide financial support to the child. A court will not take likely a...
What Can Child Support Payments Be Used For?
When you are going through a divorce and there are children involved, child support may very well come into play. After all, Florida law makes it clear that both parents of a child have a legal obligation to provide financial support. Upon divorcing, Florida child support guidelines will dictate what...
Requesting Temporary Child Support
Divorces can take quite a bit of time to resolve. In the meantime, you may have difficulty providing for your children without financial assistance from your soon-to-be former spouse. If this is the case, you should pursue temporary child support by requesting it from the court. Here’s more information on how you...
