As part of a divorce or separation of the parties, controversy will often arise over the amount of child support payable by one party to the other. This is a heavy burden on any parent going through divorce and can also greatly impact the future of the children involved. Our attorneys at Lauria Law are dedicated to working with our clients to determine what is both in the interest of the children while being cognizant of the parties’ financial position.
In Pennsylvania, child support is based on a guideline calculation that takes into account the parties’ income, number of children, time spent with the children, and a variety of other factors if deviation is requested and/or warranted. If an agreement cannot be reached, a Hearing Officer or Judge will decide whether one parent will receive financial support from the other parent for the care of the parties’ children. The party with primary custody (more overnights each year than the other parent) will generally be awarded child support. If the parties share physical custody on a 50/50 basis, contrary to popular belief, the higher earning party may still be responsible for the payment of child support.
Whether our clients are paying child support or receiving child support, the attorneys at Lauria Law are experienced in ensuring that child support obligations are fair and appropriately calculated pursuant to the Pennsylvania Child Support Guidelines. In addition, if you believe modification of your child support order is necessary, we will perform a calculation prior to filing to ensure that your filing does not cause the order to increase and/or decrease to your own detriment.
Lauria Law represents clients in their child support proceedings in Philadelphia County, Montgomery County, Delaware County, Bucks County, and Chester County. If you need an experienced, knowledgeable and intelligent child support lawyer, contact us today.