For divorcing couples with minor children and unmarried parents alike, the outcome of child support proceedings can be enormously important, potentially impacting all parties for years to come. While laws in many states standardize the formula for calculating support payments and streamlining collections, there are many instances that require the detailed expertise of a skilled child support attorney.

For instance, parents may seek legal guidance if:

• An Alteration Is Necessary: When the material conditions of either parent drastically change, a review of the existing child support order may become necessary. For instance, the non-custodial parent may have received a promotion with a commensurate salary increase or lost their job entirely. If the co-parents are in disagreement, the matter may come before a family court judge, in which case the insight of an attorney can be invaluable.
• Enforcement Is Necessary: State agencies often have automated collections and other tools to enforce child custody orders. However, a child support attorney can provide insight and guidance, identifying available legal resources and helping custodial parents navigate the complex process of enforcement.
• The Child Custody Arrangement Has Changed: Child support is meant to provide the parent who spends the most time caring for the children with the financial resources he or she needs. However, the nature of child custody arrangements often changes, with non-custodial parents assuming more responsibilities as new living situations develop. This situation may call for a reduction in child support payments as part of an amended custody order.

The Michael A. Newland Law Office has a long-standing reputation throughout Hamilton, OH, for assisting parents with almost any type of family law issue, from dissolutions to child support. Whether you are navigating the process for the first time or need help amending an existing order, you can depend on this legal team for exceptional representation and high-quality legal advice. Visit their website see their comprehensive list of family law services, follow them on Twitter, or call (513) 887-9595 for a free initial consultation with a child support attorney today.