An experienced family law attorney who understands child support laws in Toledo will help you negotiate a child support order which typically remains in effect until a child reaches the age of 18 (or even longer in some instances.) Withholding child support for any reason can lead to contempt of court and a host of other serious consequences.
Non-custodial parents have the financial obligation to support their kids. To determine the amount of support a parent is required to pay, the court will use the “Ohio Child Support Guidelines” as a guide. Both parents must provide verification of their incomes for the past six months or provide their most recent income tax returns.
An order to pay child support is considered to be independent of any other rights or responsibilities of the non-custodial parent. However, sometimes this needs to be legally modified based on a variety of circumstances such as age, loss of a job, or remarriage just to name a few.
You want an attorney on your side that will achieve the best possible outcome for you and your family. I know how to present child support matters for the court’s consideration and how to achieve the best results in your child custody case. Contact my office today to discuss the details of your child support case.