Wilmington Delaware Child Support Attorneys

Child Support Lawyers Newark Delaware

Child support can be a very contentious aspect of divorce, even when parents agree on custody and division of assets. Although determined by the state guidelines, issues arise over the accurate reporting of income, childcare expenses, private school tuition or the appropriate level of support in a complicated custody situation.

The Wilmington child support lawyers of Rahaim & Saints apply their extensive legal knowledge to protect your financial interests and ensure that the court makes a fair determination. We also handle later modifications of child support and enforcement of child support orders if child support is not being paid as ordered. Call Rahaim & Saints today to arrange a consultation. They can be dialed at 302 892 9200 or 302 832 1800. Or, click here to email a Newark Delaware Child Support Lawyer.

Determining Child Support Amounts

Child support is determined pursuant to the Delaware Child Support Formula and Guidelines. The amount of support is based upon a number of factors including the parties’ incomes, children’s expenses and other relevant financial information. Support may be reduced for various levels of parenting time. (In a true shared custody arrangement, the parent with the higher income still pays some support).

Income Tracing and Failure to Pay Child Support

If you believe the noncustodial parent is not revealing income from all sources (for example, a self-employed spouse), our lawyers are adept at income tracing. We use formal discovery in divorce proceedings, as well as subpoenas and outside forensic accountants, if necessary, to uncover any shielded income or assets.

If the party will not pay child support obligations, or is deliberately unemployed or underemployed, we consult with vocational experts to determine the parent’s earning capacity. We can petition to court to attribute income and compel the appropriate level of support through garnishment, liens or contempt proceedings.

Child Support Modifications

We can represent either parent in modification hearings to increase or decrease the amount of child support. Family law courts may allow a modification if either party has experienced a substantial change in circumstances (such as increased health care costs, job loss, promotion, or child reaching emancipation age).

Contact Middletown Delaware Child Support Lawyers

The courts and our attorneys believe that financial support is a duty, and that it should be fair under the law. We vigorously represent the interests of women or men throughout Delaware. Call our Wilmington office (302-892-9200) and Newark office (302-832-1800) today to schedule an appointment. Or, email a WIlmington Delaware Child Support Lawyer here.