Experienced Wisconsin Family Law Attorneys: Guidance On Child Support
Any legal challenge can be stressful. However, whenever a legal challenge involves your child, it has the potential to be even more stressful. This is especially true with respect to child support and making sure that your child has financial support. At the Capital Law Group, S.C., in Madison, our family law attorneys understand that securing fair and reasonable child support is critically important for your child’s well-being.
Our family lawyers at our firm have dedicated their legal careers to helping families in South Central Wisconsin find solutions to their legal challenges, including child support issues like establishing support, enforcing support or changing support requirements. Our compassionate child support lawyers understand the stress that these challenges present, and we are here to provide compassionate and effective legal representation.
Establishing Child Support In Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, courts use specific guidelines to determine child support obligations. These guidelines aim to ensure that both parents contribute fairly to the financial needs of their children. The court considers several factors when calculating child support, including:
- Each parent’s income
- The number of children
- Childcare costs
- Health insurance expenses
- The amount of time each parent spends with the children
Whether you are establishing child support in a divorce proceeding or a paternity action, our child support lawyers can help you understand these guidelines, gather the necessary financial information and present a strong case to the court. We want to help you make sure that the child support awarded in your case reflects a fair and accurate financial obligation that will meet your child’s needs.
What Can You Do If A Parent Doesn’t Pay Child Support?
When a parent fails to pay child support as ordered, several enforcement options are available. The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families offers various services, including:
- Wage garnishment
- License suspension
- Interception of tax refunds
The court can also hold a nonpaying parent in contempt, which may result in fines or even jail time. An experienced child support lawyer can help you navigate the enforcement process and take the necessary legal action to make sure your child receives the support they deserve.
Can Child Support Be Changed In Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, the family law courts understand that a child’s needs and a parent’s circumstances can change. Whenever there has been a substantial change in circumstances, you can petition the court for a modification of your child support order. A substantial change in circumstances can include:
- A significant change in either parent’s employment situation or income
- A change in the child’s needs
- A change in the amount of time each parent spends with the child
If you believe a modification to your child support order is necessary, our experienced child support and family lawyers can evaluate your situation, advise you on your options and represent you in court to seek a modification.
Consult An Experienced Madison Child Support Lawyer
Our child support attorneys are available for consultations by appointment, and they offer a free initial consultation. To find out more or to schedule your free appointment, you can call us at 608-471-5365 or send us a message through our website. We look forward to answering your questions, helping you better understand your rights and responsibilities, and providing you with legal guidance through the child support process.