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Calculating Military Divorce Child Support by Christian Denmon, Esq.

Calculating a military parent’s income can be rather complex, as unique child support issues arise in Florida military divorces. Income for Florida child support issues is broader compared to what the IRS considers income.

How To Calculate Florida Child Support by Christian Denmon, Esq.

In order to ensure that child support payments are fair to both parents, Florida law has very defined standard guidelines for child support. It is very easy to calculate child support in the state of Florida, especially with the help of the numerous online tools available.

Child Support in Florida by Donald G. Criscuolo, Esq.

When a divorce occurs and minor children are involved child support is a very important matter that needs to be properly planned and configured. Under Florida law both parents are required to contribute towards the support of their children.

Florida Child Support Guidelines and Seasonal Income Variations by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

In a Florida divorce or a Florida paternity case, the law sets out a specific schedule that determines how much child support each party is responsible for based on the income of both parents and the number of children in the family.

How Are the Child Support Guidelines in Florida Affected by Tuition Costs? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

Florida law is very clear on how much each party will be responsible for in child support based on both parents’ income and the number of children. However, we have recently discussed that the court can deviate from the normal payment schedule for certain unusual circumstances like the care of an elderly parent.

I Can’t Afford to Support My Elderly Parent and Pay Florida Child Support by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

In a Florida divorce or paternity case, there will be a child support guideline calculation to determine how much will be paid from one parent to the other. These calculations are pretty precise and inflexible.

Deviations from the Florida Child Support Guidelines by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

In determining the amount of child support to be paid in a Florida divorce case, courts have established a precise numerical formula for calculating those payments.

Deviations From the Florida Child Support Guidelines As to Medical Expenses by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

As we have discussed in this space many times, Florida has a guideline, a mathematical formula which determines the amount of child support which will be paid in divorce and paternity matters.

How Does the Cost of Childcare Affect Florida Child Support? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

When the court calculates how much child support will be paid in a Florida Divorce or a Florida Paternity case, there are many factors which are taken into account. One of these is the cost of childcare.

How Does the Cost of My Children’s Health Insurance Affect Florida Child Support? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

Before the court finishes calculating how much child support will be paid in a Florida Divorce or a Florida Paternity case, the court will take into account the amount of health insurance premiums for the children.

How Do I Make the Other Parent Pay Child Support? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

If the other parent of your child fails to make timely child support payments, there are several ways that you can try to persuade them to pay.

What Reduces Your Income for Child Support in Florida? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

When calculating child support in Florida, your income is the most important factor. Just about anything that you earn will be considered as income.

What Counts As Income For Child Support in Florida? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

When child custody is arranged in a divorce or paternity case in Florida, there is a requirement that a child support calculation be made. This calculation is based upon the Florida Child Support Guidelines and ensures that all families with similar incomes are treated the same with regard to child support.

Using the Motion for Contempt to Collect Child Support by Howard Iken, Esq.

In family law cases, if there are children there is child support. And most states now require an order for support anytime the court considers children’s issues.

What If I Don’t Collect Florida Child Support Owed Before My Child Turns 18? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

Suppose that a Florida court has ordered that the other parent of your child must pay child support to you until your child reaches the eighteenth birthday.

What Can the Court Do If Child Support or Alimony is Not Paid in a Florida Divorce or Paternity Case? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

When there is a court order requiring someone to pay child support or alimony in a Florida divorce or paternity case, there are consequences for non-payment.

Does Failure to Pay Child Support Affect My Credit Report? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

In a Florida divorce or paternity case, sometimes the person required to pay child support fails to pay. When that happens there are a number of ways to punish the non-paying parent and inspire that parent to resume payments and make up any past missed payments.

Enforcement of a Support Order by Howard Iken, Esq.

Whether achieved by a judge’s ruling or an agreement at the end of the case a Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage will be entered by the judge.

About Florida Child Support by Donald G. Criscuolo, Esq.

Calculating Florida Child Support -Starting with the Basics by Steven A. Leitman, Esq.

The first step in the calculation of child support in Florida is to figure out the mother and father’s respective monthly net income. This is done by taking monthly gross income and subtracting certain allowable deductions.

How is Child Support Calculated in a Florida Divorce? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

Florida decided that the best way to determine how much child support a parent should pay is to have a table within the child support statute where anyone could look in the proper column and see the amount of child support that is to be paid.

Florida Law - When Can Child Support Awards Be Modified? by Tina L. Lewert, Esq.

One of the most common issues I deal with daily as a family law practitioner is the modification of child support. Yet, surprisingly, most divorced parents incurring either end of a child support obligation are in the dark about what circumstances may subject them to a modification.

Florida Child Support Guidelines Update and Current Trends 2004 by Michael L. Hastings, Esq.

Child support determinations are within the sound discretion of the trial court, subject to the child support guidelines in Section61.30, (2003). The child support guidelines are the starting point for determining the appropriate amount of child support.

Florida Child Support by Arnie Gruskin, Esq.

As one might imagine, another major area of dispute is child support. This area is governed by Florida Statute. Courts can award temporary child support immediately after a Court case is filed.

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A spouse who does not make timely support payments can have his or her wages garnished through the Florida Child Support Enforcement Department. The court orders that alimony be automatically taken from the paying spouse's paycheck. The court can also order that the paying spouse give the alimony payments to the Support Enforcement Department, which will give the money to the receiving spouse. The department acts as a third party which manages the collection and distribution of support payments on a statewide basis. If the paying spouse of child support or alimony fails to make timely and sufficient payments, the court can suspend the paying spouse's driver's license.

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