After a divorce or child custody decision, one parent may be responsible for providing child support. Unfortunately, the responsible party does not always fulfill their obligations. Whether you are owed child support or feel that your required support payments are too high, legal assistance can help you explore your options.
Receive Help Obtaining Your Child Support Payments
If you received a child support order and the responsible party is not paying the required support, it can become difficult to pay bills and manage expenses. Attorneys that specialize in child support law can review your case and determine the best course of action.
Child support law allows a parent to pursue legal options to receive their required support. This may include garnishing wages, withholding tax refunds, seizing property, and suspending business or occupational licenses.
Receive Help Lowering Your Required Support Payments
There are two sides to every story and sometimes the person required to pay child support does not agree with the amount that they are required to pay. If you feel that your payments are too high based on your income level, contact an attorney that specializes in child support law. You may be entitled to request a re-examination or modification of the child support order.
When you are going through a divorce or separation the situation becomes more complicated when children are involved. It is not always easy for either party to fully understand child support law in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Parents may not fully understand their rights, especially when it comes to child support and custody issues. If you need help determining your best course of action, contact the experienced team at JACOBSEN, JOHNSON & WIEZOREK PLC.
If your former partner refuses to pay child support or you need help ensuring that you receive adequate support, schedule a consultation with a qualified legal team. You should never have to deal with the challenges of child support alone.
