Brockton, Massachusetts, Child Support Attorney
Child support in the event of separation or divorce of parents is calculated on the basis of a state-mandated formula that takes into account both parents' incomes and time that each parent has custody of the children. Grey areas come to light when there are exceptions to the rule, such as the following:
- One parent or the other is disabled and / or otherwise unable to work
- Children have special needs, such as therapy or private school
- Child care expenses need to be accounted for
- Parents want to codify an agreement regarding payment for college tuition, even though support after age 18 is not mandated by the state
To best ensure that your and your children's interests are protected as you and the other parent negotiate a child support agreement as part of a divorce or separation, contact Massachusetts lawyer Lawrence P. Novak. Attorney Novak is well qualified and prepared to educate you regarding your rights and legal provisions for your children's well-being.
Perhaps you already have a child support order, but circumstances have changed:
- The income of one parent or the other has changed substantially
- An accident or health crisis has affected one or the other parent's ability to work
- The custodial parent proposes removal of the child to another state
- A child has developed new special needs, as in the case of a serious medical diagnosis or learning disability
- The expenses of the custodial parent associated with care of the child in question have risen substantially
Discuss your child support questions, concerns or needs with an experienced Massachusetts lawyer who is dedicated to protecting and preserving parental rights and the well-being of children. Contact the Law Office of Lawrence P. Novak.
