Child Support Legal Services in Arizona

At McLeester Law, we understand the critical role child support plays in ensuring the financial well-being of your child. Whether you are establishing, modifying, or enforcing a child support order, our experienced family law attorneys in Phoenix, AZ, are here to guide you through the legal process with professionalism, care, and a focus on your child’s best interests.

Understanding Child Support in Arizona

Child support is a court-ordered payment designed to ensure that a child’s needs are met following a separation or divorce.

Key Factors in Child Support Calculations:

Arizona law considers the following when calculating child support:

  • The income of both parents.

  • The number of children involved.

  • Parenting time arrangements.

  • The cost of health insurance and childcare expenses.

  • Special needs or extraordinary expenses related to the child.

Why Choose McLeester Law for Child Support?

Navigating child support laws can be overwhelming. If your case has unique situations such as multiple jobs, self-employment income, alternative forms of income, disability, etc., there are special factors to consider. With McLeester Law on your side, you’ll have a trusted advocate to ensure the best outcomes for your child and family.

Benefits of Working with McLeester Law

  • Comprehensive Knowledge: Our attorneys are well-versed in Arizona child support laws and guidelines.

  • Customized Approach: Every family is unique, and we tailor our legal strategies to meet your specific needs.

  • Efficient Solutions: We aim to resolve child support matters quickly and effectively, minimizing stress and conflict.

  • Strong Advocacy: We fight for a fair and accurate child support determination that protects your child’s financial future.

  • Ongoing Support: Whether you need assistance with modifications or enforcement, we’re here for you every step of the way.

Child Support Services We Offer

Establishing Child Support

We guide you through the process of calculating and obtaining a child support order, ensuring it reflects your child’s needs and your financial situation.

Modifying Child Support

Life circumstances can change, and so can child support obligations. We help you request modifications due to changes in income, parenting time, or the child’s needs.

Enforcing Child Support Orders

If the other parent is not complying with court-ordered child support payments, we take legal action to ensure enforcement and protect your child’s rights.

Addressing Special Circumstances

We handle complex child support cases, including those involving high-income parents, self-employment, or extraordinary medical or educational expenses.

Take the First Step Today

Child support is essential to providing your child with the stability and resources they need to thrive. At McLeester Law, we are committed to protecting your child’s financial future by ensuring fair and accurate child support arrangements.

At McLeester Law, your child’s well-being is our priority. Reach out to our Phoenix, AZ office today to learn more about how we can support your family through child support matters with clarity, compassion, and care.

FAQs

  • Arizona law considers the parents' incomes, number of children, parenting time, health insurance expenses, child care expenses, and if applicable, children's specific needs to determine support amount.

  • Yes, child support orders can be modified if there has been substantial continuous change of circumstances, such as a change in income, parenting time, or the child’s needs.

  • If a parent fails to make child support payments, we can pursue enforcement measures, including wage garnishment, property liens, or even legal penalties.

  • Child support is paid by one or neither parent depending on the child support calculation and worksheet. The calculation considers both parents' contributions in determining the outcome.

  • Child support calculations include consideration for medical insurance and child care but they do not order an amount to pay towards medical insurance and child care. Also, extracurriculars are not included in a child support order. Child support orders, however, do include how uncovered medical expenses are to be shared, how travel expenses are to be shared (if there is a long-distance parenting plan), and when each parent gets to claim the child on taxes.

Contact McLeester Law Today for Child Support Legal Services