How Child Support in California is Calculated
In the State of California, child support is based on complex calculations that take into consideration multiple factors, including the parent’s time with the child and their income. The formula to determine child support payments will be applied whenever the support of a minor needs to be determined, such as in paternity cases, legal separations, or divorces. To learn more about child support will be calculated in your case, it is important that you obtain the qualified support of an experienced family law attorney. The dedicated attorneys at Milligan, Beswick, Levine & Knox, LLP can help.
The family law attorneys at Milligan, Beswick, Levine & Knox, LLP have litigated child support cases throughout the state. The firm understands how difficult child support cases can be and they work tirelessly to ensure the case is streamlined. The attorneys at Milligan, Beswick, Levine & Knox, LLP work hard to ensure the rights of their clients are upheld throughout the case. To schedule a no-obligation with the firm, consider calling (909) 894-0812 or complete the confidential contact form here.
A Quick Overview on Child Support
Generally, child support in California is paid by the non-custodial parent in order to contribute for the cost of raising the child. “Custodial parents” are those whom the child resides with the majority of the time. Based on the California Family Code §3900, every child in the state has the legal right to be financially supported by his or her parents. Likewise, parents in the state have an equal responsibility to financially support their minor children.
California’s Statewide Uniform Guidelines for Determining Child Support
Child support payment amounts are determined by using the Statewide Uniform Guidelines for Determining Child Support. There are two main purposes of California’s guidelines. The first to ensure children have a minimum level of support. The second is to provide uniformity when it comes to the calculation of support for children. To ensure these goals are met, the state requires all family court judges to use the guidelines, allowing for limited deviations under specific conditions.
California’s guideline is very complex and it takes into consideration multiple factors, including: The gross income of each parent, The incurred costs of child care, The percentage of time each parent has with the child, The income tax deductions parents can claim, like mortgage interest, and The parents’ mandatory payroll deductions, like pensions, health insurance, or union dues.
Obtain Qualified Support Today
Child support can be a very long and tedious process. When parents struggle to make ends meet, it is necessary to speak to a well-versed family law attorney to ensure a fair amount of child support is reached.
The family law attorneys at Milligan, Beswick, Levine & Knox, LLP have helped many parents obtain new or modified child support orders. If you are interested in learning more about rights and responsibilities when it comes to child support, consider scheduling a free consultation with the experienced legal team at Milligan, Beswick, Levine & Knox, LLP. Call the firm today at (909) 894-0812 or complete the contact form through their website here.
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