Florida Child Support Attorney in Jacksonville
Guidance You Can Trust on in Northeast Florida
During a divorce or paternity case, finalizing the legal issues that surround your children can be one of the most difficult aspects of the dissolution of marriage. Determining child support, child custody and visitation takes time, attention to detail and an approach aimed at achieving fair outcomes.
At the Law Office of Beth M. Terry, P.A., we work with clients throughout Jacksonville and northeast Florida in child support cases, both during the initial determination as well as during post-decree enforcement and modification. Attorney Beth Terry is committed to helping her clients understand what they can expect in all the aspects of marital dissolution, including the calculation of child support.
To speak with an experienced family law attorney about your child support matter, call 904-638-8961 or contact us online.
The Child Support Determination
Both parents have an obligation to support their child. The exact child support figure is determined by applying statutory Florida Child Support Guidelines to the facts of each specific situation. This formula takes several factors into account, including:
- Income of both parties
- Cost of health insurance for both parties and children
- Cost of daycare for the children
In addition, if the parent with visitation rights spends 40% or more of time with the child, his or her child support obligation will be reduced. Otherwise, the court rarely deviates from the formula. Attorney Terry will ensure that the court fully considers all the applicable factors in your case to produce a determination that is fair and accurate.
Post-Decree Enforcement and Modification
In addition to helping clients during the determination of the initial child support amount, we also work with clients in matters of post-decree enforcement and modifications of existing orders.
In Florida, the court issues the child support order, and the Department of Revenue in many cases enforces the order, including pursuing arrearages from the parent with the support obligation. If the enforcement amount is challenged on grounds including inaccurate calculation, determinations based on wrong information or double-dipping, we will work closely with the client to correct the situation legally. If there is an error with the amount calculated, do not try to take the matter into your own hands. Time is of the essence: Comply with order and contact our office as soon as possible after you receive the notice of withholding or suspension of license. Failure to comply with a support order, even if wrongly calculated, can result in increased penalties.
Our Office Has the Experience It Takes to Help You
Attorney Beth Terry has over a decade of legal experience and is well-versed in the area of child support, modification and enforcement. In addition to her experience, our legal assistant worked for the Department of Revenue in child support enforcement cases prior to joining our office. Her background in the agency and its processes give her valuable knowledge regarding child support audits and enforcement policies that benefit our clients.
To schedule a confidential consultation with an experienced family lawyer, contact us or call 904-638-8961.
Our office is open Monday through Friday from 9 to 5, with additional times available by appointment. For your convenience, we offer telephone consultations if you are not able to come to our office.
We are located near the San Marco area, just minutes from downtown Jacksonville and offer free parking. We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover.
Beth M. Terry, P.A.
Attorney at Law
1824 Atlantic Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Toll Free: 866-726-4608
Local: 904-638-8961
Fax: 904-399-5341
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