Child Support Modifications
Changing Your Child Support
The responsibilities of providing adequate financial support of any children involved in a divorce settlement is deemed very important by Georgia family courts. Once a divorce is finalized, the non-custodial parent who is responsible for providing child support is legally bound to make their payments on a regular basis, usually monthly. If circumstances change significantly for either parent or the child that make it necessary to modify the amount of child support it must be presented and approved by the court before the payments can be changed in any way. Such major changes as the loss of a job by either parent or sudden increased needs of a child for education or medical expenses must be formally presented to the court in the form of a petition. For more information and legal assistance to modify child support you should speak to a qualified
Atlanta divorce attorney at Gordon & Gordon, LLC.
Even if both parents agree on a modification between themselves verbally or in writing it does not change the legal obligation of the non-custodial parent to continue make their court-ordered payments until the court grants a modification. If there is a significant change to the income or earning status of either parent or to the financial needs of the children the parent or parents should take immediate steps to inform the court. We understand the many pressures faced by divorced parents in today's economic climate and we can help you present the necessary information to the judge to help you get the modification you need.
Speak to a Divorce Attorney in Atlanta
If one parent does not agree to a change in the child support agreement it will definitely be necessary to consult with an experienced divorce attorney for help in seeking a modification. We can present your case to the court and argue on your behalf for the change you feel is necessary. If you have already fallen behind on your payments getting a modification will be more difficult and will not result in any delinquent amount being forgiven by the court. We can advise you on your best legal options to pursue a modification and get it approved.
Contact an Atlanta divorce lawyer
for more information about requesting or contesting a child support modification petition.